Municipal Stormwater Permit (MS4) Overview
The Village is required to have a Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits, per NR 216, Wis. Adm. Code. MS4 permits require permitted municipalities to reduce polluted storm water runoff by implementing storm water management programs, and programs and activities are reviewed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) periodically.
MS4 Annual Report
The Village is required to submit an annual report to the WDNR to document progress and compliance with permit requirements. A copy of the most recent MS4 Annual Report for the Village of Summit can be found below.
Stormwater Maintenance Agreements
Stormwater Maintenance Agreement (SWMAs) outline responsibilities for maintaining stormwater management practices (BMPs) on a property. A SWMA clarifies responsibilities for inspection, cleaning, and repairing of stormwater infrastructure such as rain gardens, bioswales, and stormwater basins. These agreements may be required by the Village for developments to ensure stormwater management and water quality protection.
Most SWMAs require periodic inspections of BMPs by property owners and reporting to the Village to ensure stormwater systems remain functional and effective over time. Failure to comply with SWMA requirements may lead to water quality issues in local waterways and corrective action by the Village at the property owner’s expense.
Other Information
For more information regarding the Village’s MS4 Permit, please contact the Village Public Works Director at [email protected] or (262) 567-2757.