Free Phase II Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Renewal Events

TCEQ is hosting two FREE events for MS4 owners and operators to explain the 2024 Phase II MS4 General Permit renewal requirements and how to obtain a new or renewal authorization.

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) renewed the Phase II (Small) MS4 General Permit, TXR040000, on Aug. 15, 2024. This general permit authorizes stormwater discharges from small MS4s located within an urban area with a population of at least 50,000 people into surface water in the state. Existing permittees and newly regulated small MS4s have a 180-day period to renew or apply for their new authorization. The renewal period ends on Feb. 11, 2025.

TCEQ is hosting a free in-person workshop in Fort Worth, Texas, and an online webinar. During the workshop and webinar, TCEQ staff will:

• Provide an overview of the technical requirements under the renewed 2024 general permit.
• Explain changes from the previous permit term.
• Discuss the Stormwater Management Program (SWMP) template.

You can ask TCEQ stormwater permitting staff questions during the events. We will post a recording of the webinar after the event.

Event Information

In-Person Workshop Date, Time, and Location:

• Oct. 29, 2024, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
• Location: Tarrant County College Northeast Campus
  NTSU (Student Union Building) Center Corner Room #1615-C
  828 W Harwood Rd, Hurst, TX 76054

Webinar Date and Time:

• Nov. 12, 2024, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
• Online via Microsoft Teams Live

Event Registration:

Sign up for the workshop and webinar using the MS4 Webinar Registration Form.

Resources for Small MS4 Operators

• The SWMP Template (RG-646) is designed for Level 1 and Level 2 entities. The template can also be used by Level 3 and 4 MS4 entities. However, please note that these levels have more best management practices (BMPs) requirements.
• A recording from a Sep. 17 EPA webinar explains how to electronically submit your Phase II MS4 Notice of Intent or Waiver applications in NetMS4.
• Additional information on the 2024 Phase II MS4 General Permit can be found on TCEQ’s Assistance Tools for MS4 webpage.

Small Business and Local Government Assistance

For further assistance, contact the Small Business and Local Government Assistance hotline at 800-447-2827 or visit our webpage at TexasEnviroHelp.org.