This Manual provides regulations covering engineering design and construction standards for proper storm water management for those engineers, builders, contractors, land planners, and property owners contemplating some form of land alteration within the City of Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana.
The Department has been granted authority through Section 561 of the Code of the City of Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, to "protect the safety, health and general welfare of the citizens of Marion County by requiring compliance with standards and practices, which result in proper storm water drainage and sediment control in the accomplishment of land alterations" (ref. Article 1 Section 561-101, "Purpose").
Originally developed 15 years ago, the manual was updated, revised and approved in 2011 to reflect up-to-date engineering practices and information applicable to the City of Indianapolis area. The updated manual goes into effect on June 1, 2011.
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2011 Storm Water Design and Construction Specifications Manual