What does the CGP permit allow you to conduct?

The Construction General Permit (CGP) is specifically designed to regulate stormwater discharges associated with construction activities. This permit applies to a broad range of projects that involve land disturbance activities, such as clearing, grading, excavation, and other forms of earth moving associated with construction.

When a construction project exceeds a certain threshold of land disturbance, it is required to obtain this permit to help control pollution and manage the impacts of stormwater runoff. The CGP outlines best management practices (BMPs) that must be implemented to mitigate sedimentation and erosion during the construction process, ensuring protection for water quality in nearby streams and other bodies of water.

While commercial and residential construction may fall under construction activities, the specific focus of the CGP is on the overarching aspect of construction, making it the most accurate choice among the options provided. Environmental assessments, while important in other contexts, do not fall under the scope of what the CGP permit allows.