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e) Ensure that no person shall dispose of, nor permit the disposal, directly or indirectly, of vehicle fluids, hazardous materials or rinse water from cleaning tools, equipment or parts into storm drains. f) Clean all on -site storm drains at least twice a year with one cleaning immediately prior to the rainy season. The City may require additional cleanings. g) Regularly but not less than once a month, sweep driveways, sidewalks and paved areas to minimize the accumulation of litter and debris. Corners and hard to reach areas shall be swept manually. Debris from pressure washing shall be trapped and collected to prevent entry into the storm drain system. Wastewater containing any soap, cleaning agent or degreaser shall not be discharged into the storm drain. h) Vegetated swales with grasses shall be mowed and clippings removed on a regular basis. 2. Restaurants and similar developments: The restaurant shall include a contained area for cleaning mats, containers, and equipment. The wash area shall be covered or shall be designed to prevent runoff onto or from the area. The area shall be connected to the sanitary sewer, subject to approval by the DSRSD, or shall be collected in a containment area and removed regularly by a disposal and recycling service. If connected to the sanitary sewer, a structural control such as a sand filter or oil/ water separator shall be used, and a sign shall be posted prohibiting the dumping of hazardous materials. Other methods may be used subject to the approval of the Chief Building Official. The project developer, property owners and business owners shall instruct employees to conduct all washing activities in this area. 3. Outdoor loading areas: The loading areas shall be covered. No other area shall drain into the loading area; a containment berm shall be constructed to prevent such drainage if found necessary by the City Engineer /Chief Building Official. The loading area may be required to drain to the sanitary sewer if required by the City Engineer /Chief Building Official, subject to approval by the DSRSD. If connected to the sanitary sewer, a structural control such as an oil /water separator or sand filter shall be used, and a sign shall be posted prohibiting the dumping of hazardous materials. [end] A regular program of inspecting vehicles for leaks and spills, and of sweeping /vacuuming, litter control, and spill cleanup shall be implemented. Such program shall be submitted to the Director of Community Development for review and approval prior to issuance of building permits. 27 of 27