SWQ Permit is a permit that is required as part of the Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) from the State of Texas. A development is required to have this permit when it meets the definition of "new development" or "significant redevelopment" specified in Sec. 47-601 of the City of Houston Code of Ordinances. Once issued, this permit is for the life of the site and must be renewed annually.
After ApprovalA copy of the approved SWQMP shall be given to the owner for his/her use after the initial permit issuance by the consulting engineer that developed the report. The owner of the site is responsible for keeping a record of the internal inspections, permits issued by COH and making sure that the permit is renewed annually.
Conditions & ExceptionsCondition: SWQ permit is for the life of the site and must be renewed annually. The owner of the site is responsible for this permit. If there's a change in ownership or a change in the design, the permit must be amended to reflect the change. There is a fee of $207.47 for amendments. Exception: If the site is covered under TCEQ Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP), then a SWQ permit is not required.