Certified Storm Water Operator Practice Exam

Why might a stormwater management permit be revoked?

1. Completion of the project

2. Noncompliance with permit conditions

3. Environmental changes

4. Request by the project developer

The correct answer is: Noncompliance with permit conditions

A stormwater management permit can be revoked primarily due to noncompliance with the conditions set forth in the permit. These conditions are established to ensure that the project adheres to regulations designed to protect water quality and manage the quantity of stormwater runoff. If an operator fails to meet these requirements, it can adversely affect surrounding ecosystems and communities, leading permitting authorities to take corrective actions, including revocation of the permit. Maintaining compliance with permit conditions is crucial for the successful management of stormwater. Failure to implement best management practices, violations of discharge limits, or neglecting reporting requirements can all result in noncompliance. As a result, permitting authorities are vigilant in monitoring adherence to these conditions and have the authority to revoke permits to safeguard public health and the environment. While completion of the project, environmental changes, or requests by the project developer may affect permit status or future considerations, they do not carry the same weight as noncompliance in terms of immediate revocation. Noncompliance poses a direct risk to environmental standards and regulatory requirements, making it a primary reason for revocation.