Across the state, DEQ coordinates with local government agencies to ensure clear understanding about specific roles and responsibilities related to protecting Virginia’s environment.

Here agencies can find an overview on the environmental protection responsibilities of local governments, permits and regulations that impact localities, required permits and training, updates on available funding, and professional development and supplemental training opportunities.

Stormwater  

• Training and certification for erosion and sediment control
• Local VSMP program development
• MS4 Permits

Chesapeake Bay

• Chesapeake Bay Act Local Program Compliance
  • Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act technical assistance

Air Compliance Resources

• Indoor air quality 
• Open burning (contact a DEQ Regional Office)
• Local open burning ordinance approval for localities

Local Emergency Planning Committees

Grants

• Litter prevention
• Recycling
• Stormwater Local Assistance Fund
• Nonpoint Source Pollution