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CITY OF EVERETT STORMWATER MANAGEMENT MANUAL <br /> 3.3.5 Activity Code A5 - Construction and Demolition Activities <br /> A5.1 Demolition of Buildings <br /> Description of Pollutant Sources: This activity applies to removal of existing buildings by controlled <br /> explosions,wrecking balls,or manual methods,and subsequent clearing of the rubble. The loose debris <br /> can contaminate stormwater. <br /> Pollutants of concern include toxic organic compounds,heavy metals,and suspended solids. <br /> Pollutant Control Approach: Regularly cleanup debris that can contaminate stormwater. Protect the <br /> stormwater drainage system from dirty runoff and loose particles. Sweep paved surfaces daily. <br /> Required BMPs <br /> The following BMPs or equivalent measures are required of all businesses and public agencies engaged in <br /> building demolition: <br /> 1. Storm drain covers or a similarly effective containment device must be placed on all nearby <br /> drains to prevent dirty runoff and loose particles from entering the stormwater drainage system. <br /> Covers shall be placed at the beginning of the workday and the accumulated materials collected <br /> and disposed of before removing the covers at the end of the workday. If storm drains are not <br /> present,dikes,berms,or other methods must be used to protect overland discharge paths from <br /> runoff. See BMPs S.2 and S.7 in Chapter 4 for more information on runoff control and disposal <br /> options.Street gutters,sidewalks, driveways,and other paved surfaces in the immediate area of <br /> the demolition must be swept at the end of each workday to collect and properly dispose of loose <br /> debris and garbage. <br /> 2. Check with the City's Building Department(425)257-8810 to obtain required permits. <br /> Suggested BMPs <br /> 1. Water should be sprayed throughout the site to help control wind blowing of fine materials such <br /> as soil,concrete dust,and paint chips. The amount of water must be controlled so that runoff <br /> from the site does not occur,yet dust control is achieved. Oils must never be used for dust <br /> control. <br /> 2. If possible,a wall should be constructed to prevent stray building materials and dust from <br /> escaping the area during demolition. <br /> 3. Schedule demolition to take place at a dry time of the year. <br /> A5.2 Building Repair, Remodeling, Painting, and Construction <br /> Description of Pollutant Sources: This activity refers to activities associated with construction of <br /> buildings and other structures,remodeling of existing buildings and houses,and general exterior building <br /> repair work. Concrete pouring is covered under A3.2 Concrete Pouring and Asphalt Application at <br /> Temporary Sites. <br /> Pollutants of concern include toxic hydrocarbons,toxic organics, suspended solids,heavy metals,pH, <br /> oils,and greases. <br /> Pollutant Control Approach: Employees must be educated about the need to control site activities. <br /> Control leaks,spills,and loose material. Utilize good housekeeping practices. <br /> Volume IV—Source Control <br /> 3-39 <br />