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Requirements
Create and implement an erosion and sedimentation control plan for all construction activities associated with the project. The plan must conform to the erosion and sedimentation requirements of the 2003 EPA Construction General Permit OR local standards and codes, whichever is more stringent. [India ACP: E&S Plan]. The plan must describe the measures implemented to accomplish the following objectives:
- To prevent loss of soil during construction by stormwater runoff and/or wind erosion, including protecting topsoil by stockpiling for reuse.
- To prevent sedimentation of storm sewers or receiving streams.
- To prevent pollution of the air with dust and particulate matter.
Credit substitution available
You may use the LEED v4 version of this credit on v2009 projects. For more information check out this article.Alternative Compliance Paths (ACPs)
India ACP: EPA Construction General Permit Equivalent
Projects in India may use the National Building Code of India 2005 (NBC 2005) Part 10, Section 1, Chapters 4 & 5 along with Section 3 of the EPA Construction General Permit[view:embed_resource=page_1=10039154]SITES-LEED Equivalency
This LEED credit (or a component of this credit) has been established as equivalent to a SITES v2 credit or component. For more information on using the equivalency as a substitution in your LEED or SITES project, see this article and guidance document.What does it cost?
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Requirements
Create and implement an erosion and sedimentation control plan for all construction activities associated with the project. The plan must conform to the erosion and sedimentation requirements of the 2003 EPA Construction General Permit OR local standards and codes, whichever is more stringent. [India ACP: E&S Plan]. The plan must describe the measures implemented to accomplish the following objectives:
- To prevent loss of soil during construction by stormwater runoff and/or wind erosion, including protecting topsoil by stockpiling for reuse.
- To prevent sedimentation of storm sewers or receiving streams.
- To prevent pollution of the air with dust and particulate matter.
