Georgia Code
Chapter 7 - Control of Soil Erosion and Sedimentation
§ 12-7-5. Adoption of Rules and Regulations for Localities Without Ordinances

The board, by appropriate rules and regulations, shall adopt the procedures governing land-disturbing activities which are conducted in those counties and municipalities which do not have in effect an ordinance conforming to this chapter. Such rules and regulations shall be developed by the division in consultation with the commission and shall contain provisions which meet those minimum requirements set forth in Code Section 12-7-6.
History. Ga. L. 1975, p. 994, § 6; Ga. L. 1988, p. 269, § 25; Ga. L. 1989, p. 1295, § 2; Ga. L. 2003, p. 224, § 5.
Cross references.
Powers of the commission generally, § 2-6-27 .
Powers of districts generally, § 2-6-33 .
Administrative rules and regulations.
Erosion and sedimentation control, Official Compilation of the Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia, Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Environmental Protection, Subject 391-3-7.

Structure Georgia Code

Georgia Code

Title 12 - Conservation and Natural Resources

Chapter 7 - Control of Soil Erosion and Sedimentation

§ 12-7-1. Short Title

§ 12-7-2. Legislative Findings; Policy of State and Intent of Chapter

§ 12-7-3. Definitions

§ 12-7-4. Adoption of Comprehensive Ordinances Relating to Land-Disturbing Activities; Delegation of Responsibility to Planning and Zoning Commission; Other Local Ordinances Relating to Land Development; Effect of Chapter on Design Professionals

§ 12-7-5. Adoption of Rules and Regulations for Localities Without Ordinances

§ 12-7-6. Best Management Practices; Compliance With Federal Law; Minimum Requirements for Rules, Regulations, Ordinances, or Resolutions

§ 12-7-7. Permit or Notice of Intent Required for Land-Disturbing Activities; Approval of Application and Issuance of Permit; Denial of Permit; Bond Requirement

§ 12-7-7.1. Erosion and Sediment Control Plan Prepared; Completion; Implementation

§ 12-7-8. Certification of Locality as Local Issuing Authority; Periodic Review; Procedure for Revoking Certification; Enforcement Actions

§ 12-7-9. Applications for Permits; Erosion and Sediment Control Plans and Data; Time for Issuance or Denial

§ 12-7-10. Referral of Application and Plan to District; Time for Action

§ 12-7-11. Statement of Reasons for Denial of Permit Required; Conditions for Approval; Suspension, Revocation, or Modification of Permit

§ 12-7-12. Orders Directed to Violators; Stop Work Order Procedures

§ 12-7-13. Injunctions

§ 12-7-14. Actions to Restrain Imminent Danger; Emergency Orders; Duration of Effectiveness of Orders

§ 12-7-15. Civil Penalty

§ 12-7-16. Hearings and Review

§ 12-7-17. Exemptions

§ 12-7-18. Effect of Chapter on Requirements of the “Georgia Water Quality Control act.”

§ 12-7-19. Education and Training Requirements; Required Programs; Instructor Qualifications; Expiration of Certification

§ 12-7-20. Creation of Stakeholder Advisory Board; Responsibilities; Procedures

§ 12-7-21. Appointment of Panel to Study Controls Implemented Pursuant to Chapter; Procedure and Operation of Panel

§ 12-7-22. Electronic Filing and Reporting System