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7.39.020 PURPOSE AND INTENT.

The purpose of this chapter is to ensure the future health, safety, and general welfare of City of San Mateo citizens by:

(a) Eliminating non-stormwater discharges to the municipal separate storm drain.

(b) Controlling the discharge to municipal separate storm drains from spills, dumping or disposal of materials other than stormwater.

(c) Reducing pollutants in stormwater discharges to the maximum extent practicable.

The intent of this chapter is to protect and enhance the water quality of our watercourses, water bodies, and wetlands in a manner pursuant to and consistent with the Clean Water Act.