Along with thirteen silicon valley cities, Sunnyvale has joined together with Santa Clara County and the Santa Clara Valley Water District to educate local residents and businesses and fight storm drain pollution.

Storm drain pollution prevention: It's up to us

In northern Santa Clara Valley, storm drains flow directly to local creeks and San Francisco Bay, with no treatment. Storm water pollution is a serious problem for wildlife dependent on our waterways and for people who live near polluted streams or baylands. Some common sources of this pollution include spilled oil, fuel, and fluids from vehicles and heavy equipment; construction debris; including dirt, landscaping runoff containing pesticides or weed killers; and material such as used motor oil, antifreeze, and paint products that people pour or spill into a street or storm drain.

The property owner and the contractor share ultimate responsibility for the activities that occur on a construction site. You may be held responsible for any environmental damage caused by your subcontractors or employees.

Following is general information regarding storm water pollution control measures:

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General Information

Concrete and Mortar

Earth Moving Activities

Heavy Equipment Operation

Home Repair and Remodeling

Landscaping, Gardening, and Pool Maintenance

Painting and Application of Solvents and Adhesives

Road Work and Paving

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Concrete and Mortar

Earth Moving Activities

Heavy Equipment Operation

Home Repair and Remodeling

Landscaping, Gardening, and Pool Maintenance

Painting and Application of Solvents and Adhesives

Road Work and Paving