Leaders in Stormwater Innovation.

Dragomir Design-Build is a leading expert in the understanding and implementation of the U.S. EPA's Clean Water Act, the California Water Board's Industrial General Permit (IGP), the Commercial General Permit (CGP), and various MS4 Permits. This knowledge is essential to our proven ability to help clients navigate the regulatory mazes in order to operate their business under compliance with various stormwater permits. Our clients trust our high degree of technical knowledge coupled with the stormwater engineering expertise needed to implement strategic designs to improve the quality of stormwater that leaves their facilities.

Permitting and Regulatory Compliance.

Dragomir Design-Build has the knowledge and experience to navigate the ever-changing regulatory landscape. Zoning and land use laws vary by region and our team of professionals has worked with federal, state, and local governments on hundreds of infrastructure improvement projects across the state. As a result, we are well-versed on many issues that may arise. We know the challenges clients face regarding compliance with strict regulations and industry standards. Consequently, we offer innovative solutions designed specifically for each unique project challenge. Our team has the regulatory skill-set to handle complex projects and we can ensure that projects are in sync with federal, state and local requirements.

Stormwater Site Assessments.

• Assess existing drainage conveyance systems for deficiency or damage
• Post-fire remediation of existing drainage conveyance systems, and vegetative cover
• Flood assessment, general run-on and run-off conditions, and water quality discharge

Stormwater Flood Protection and Water Quality Discharge Compliance.

• Facility-wide Hydrology Maps
• Hydraulic Design
• Design and Implementation of Stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs)
• Detention Basin Routing
• Evaluation, Selection, Design, and Implementation of Retrofits to Maximize Stormwater Infiltration and Reuse, and Minimize Runoff
• Sizing of Stormwater Conveyance and Storage Systems

NPDES Permitting and Active Facility Management.

• Preparation and renewal of National Pollutant Elimination System (NPDES) stormwater discharge permit applications, including individual permits and general permits (such as the IGP, CGP, and various local MS4 permits).
• Preparation of “No Exposure” certifications, and assistance identifying and implementing facility modifications to achieve No Exposure status
• Preparation of Notice of Non-Applicability (NONA) Documents
• Stormwater Sampling, Analysis, and Reporting
• Preparation and Implementation of Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs)
• Employee Training on BMP Maintenance and Sampling
• Comprehensive Annual Stormwater Evaluations and Quarterly Inspections
• Assistance Responding to Effluent Limitation and Benchmark Monitoring Exceedances
• Preparation of Levels 1 and 2 Exceedance Response Action (ERA) Plans
• Preparation of Level 2 ERA Technical Reports

Litigation Support.

• Collaboration with clients' counsel
• Expert witness testimony
• Discovery (monitoring, investigation, and data collection)
• Review of third party designs
• Review historical design documents and reports
• Negotiate with environmental regulatory agencies on clients' behalf