1.48 BMP C254 - Discharge to Wastewater System

The City of Tacoma may allow stormwater to be directed the wastewater system on a limited and case by case basis.

Only stormwater that cannot be adequately cleaned by Best Management Practices will be allowed to be discharged to the City of Tacoma wastewater system.

A Special Approved Discharge (SAD) Permit must be obtained before discharge into the wastewater system is allowed. This includes discharge into any private wastewater system that connects to the City system. Additional information about the SAD permitting process can be found at: https://www.cityoftacoma.org/government/city_departments/environmentalservices/wastewater/wastewater_permits_and_manuals