Sussex County introduces ordinance to strengthen sediment control and limit disturbance for new development Council introduced a multi‑chapter ordinance to tighten sediment capture practices, limit the amount of land that can be disturbed at one time, and clarify buffer rules. Engineering staff described a site scoring approach that uses slope, upstream drainage area and distance to tidal waters to determine when enhanced sediment controls are required.

Sussex County is taking a bold step to protect its environment by proposing an ordinance that enhances sediment control and stormwater management for new developments.

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