Summary

The EPA is providing notice of a proposed administrative penalty settlement with Highlands Cove LLC (respondent) for violations of the Clean Water Act at their construction site located near Boise, Idaho.

EPA alleges that the respondent failed to install and maintain adequate Best Management Practices (BMPs) to control pollutants in stormwater, failed to adequately conduct and document self-inspections, and failed to include and update important information in the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan.

This action is being simultaneously commenced and concluded in an Expedited Settlement Agreement (see "Related Documents" below). Under the proposed agreement, Highlands Cove LLC will pay a civil penalty of $6,800.

Legal Authority

This is a Class II administrative penalty proceeding governed by Section 309(g) (33 U.S.C. § 1319(g)) of the Clean Water Act and the procedural rules found at 40 CFR Part 22. The requirements that apply to public comment and participation are set forth in the Clean Water Act Section 309(g)(4) and 40 CFR § 22.45.