Erosion & Sediment Control Plans in Georgia
ES&PC plans designed and sealed by a Georgia PE who is also a GSWCC Level II Certified Design Professional, for land disturbance permits, NPDES coverage and site development statewide.
- GSWCC Level II Certified Design Professional + Georgia PE
- ES&PC plans for LDP, building permits & NPDES (GAR100001/2/3)
- Residential lots, subdivisions & commercial sites
- Fast turnaround, revisions & stop-work order help
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Quick Answer
Who can prepare an erosion control plan in Georgia?
Georgia requires Erosion, Sedimentation and Pollution Control (ES&PC) plans to be prepared by a design professional with GSWCC Level II certification. Plans are usually needed for sites disturbing 1 acre or more or working within 200 feet of state waters.
Reviewed by Dr. Mir Emad Mousavi, Ph.D., P.E., Georgia PE #PE049154 · Updated November 2026
GSWCC Level II Certified Design Professional
Georgia law requires erosion, sedimentation and pollution control plans to be prepared by a design professional with Level II certification from the Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission (GSWCC). Our engineer holds both a Georgia PE license and the GSWCC Level II "Certified Design Professional" certification, earned by completing the Introduction to Design seminar and passing the state exam.
- Georgia PE License #PE049154
- GSWCC Level II Certified Design Professional
- Plans sealed by the engineer who designs them
- Accepted by Local Issuing Authorities & EPD
When Do You Need an Erosion Control Plan in Georgia?
Under the Georgia Erosion and Sedimentation Act, these are the most common reasons a project needs an ES&PC plan.
1 acre or more of land disturbance
Georgia requires an Erosion, Sedimentation & Pollution Control Plan (ES&PC) and NPDES construction stormwater coverage for sites disturbing one acre or more.
Work near state waters
Land disturbance within 200 feet of state waters, or inside the 25-ft (50-ft trout stream) buffer, typically triggers an ES&PC plan regardless of size.
Part of a larger common plan
Lots inside a subdivision or phased development are covered under the common development permit even if your lot is small.
Local Land Disturbance Permit (LDP)
Counties and cities acting as Local Issuing Authorities often require a plan before they issue an LDP or building permit.
What's Included in Your ES&PC Plan
Who We Work With
- Home builders & lot developers
- Commercial & retail site development
- Subdivisions & multi-phase projects
- Churches, schools & institutional sites
- Utility & infrastructure contractors
- Property owners stopped by a stop-work order
Need an Erosion Control Plan for Your Permit?
Call now for a free quote. We'll confirm what your county or city requires.
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How It Works
Free call & site review
Share the address, disturbed area and project type. We confirm which permit and plan type you need.
Design the ES&PC plan
We design BMPs, phasing and stabilization to the Manual for Erosion & Sediment Control in Georgia.
Submit & respond to review
Plans are sealed for submittal to your Local Issuing Authority or EPD; we handle reviewer comments.
Support through construction
Revisions, NOI/NOT guidance and coordination with your contractor and inspectors.
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Georgia Erosion & Sediment Control Plan FAQ
Georgia requires ES&PC plans to be prepared by a design professional who holds a current GSWCC Level II certification. Our engineer is a Georgia-licensed PE and a GSWCC Level II Certified Design Professional, so the plan is designed and sealed by one qualified person.