§ 21-4. Purpose, goal, etc.

(a) Purpose.

The purpose of this Division II is to:

(1) protect, maintain, and enhance the public health, safety, and general welfare through the management of stormwater;

(2) protect public and private property from damage;

(3) reduce the adverse effects of development;

(4) reduce stream channel erosion, pollution, siltation, and sedimentation;

(5) reduce local flooding;

(6) restore, enhance, and maintain the chemical, physical, and biological integrity

of streams; and

(7) maintain after development, as nearly as possible, pre-development runoff characteristics.

(b) Goal.

The goal of this Division II is to manage stormwater by:

(1) using environmental site design to the maximum extent practicable; and

(2) using structural best management practices and alternative practices only when necessary.

(c) Authority.

This Division II is adopted under the authority of State Environment Article, Title 4, Subtitle 2.

(d) Application.

This Division II applies to all new and redevelopment projects that have not received final approval for erosion and sediment control and stormwater management plans by May 4, 2010.