What is your responsibility?
Some neighborhoods and businesses have private stormwater systems (PSS) that collect, convey, treat and recycle the stormwater from their property. These private systems are generally owned, inspected, and maintained by the Homeowners' Association (HOA) or commercial property owner.
It is important for all stormwater systems to be inspected yearly and maintained. Regular maintenance ensures your system is functioning properly and can help to save you money in the long run. Commercial property owners, homeowners, or homeowner's associations are responsible for providing regular maintenance of privately owned ponds, storm drains, pipes, and other drainage system components that serve the property or subdivision.
You can use our Private Stormwater System Manual and Inspection Checklist to help you complete your yearly inspection. It’s important to keep records of your yearly inspection checklist and any maintenance performed. You may need to hire a private contractor to help with some of the maintenance.
If you are interested in speaking with one of our stormwater system inspectors after you review the videos, please fill out the request form at the bottom of this page. We are happy to schedule a site visit to walk through your stormwater system with you and help you identify areas that need maintenance. If you’re located within the NPDES region, you may be eligible for a free inspection of your stormwater system and a report with our maintenance recommendations.
