What must a Notice to Comply include?

A Notice to Comply is an essential tool in the enforcement of Erosion and Sediment Control regulations. Its primary purpose is to inform the responsible party of specific actions that must be taken to meet compliance with the existing Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) plan. By including the measures needed to comply along with a designated timeframe for making those corrections, the Notice provides clear and actionable steps. This is crucial because it not only informs the recipient of deficiencies but also sets a deadline for correction, helping ensure that restoration efforts are made promptly and effectively.

In contrast, while the approved ESC plan details the design and expectations for erosion and sediment control, it is not directly included in a Notice to Comply. A comprehensive report of the inspection findings, while beneficial for context, may exceed what is necessary for the notice itself, which focuses on compliance actions rather than exhaustive documentation. Similarly, warnings about potential penalties can serve as an incentive for compliance, but they do not provide the specific corrective actions that are the focus of the Notice to Comply. Therefore, including specific compliance measures and deadlines is critical for the notice's effectiveness and clarity.