Storm Water Management

The Village of Johnsburg Building Department in correlation with our engineering firm oversees the administration and enforcement of the Village of Johnsburg Storm Water Management Ordinance. 

Please complete a Storm Water Management form linked below. Be sure to include site plan.

Submissions can be emailed to building@johnsburg.org

 

Storm Water Management Information:

 

Do I Need a Storm Water Management Permit?

The McHenry County Storm Water Management Ordinance regulates development throughout the county including residential, agricultural, commercial and industrial development, government projects, public roads as well as some home additions/alterations and the redevelopment of existing sites.

Certified Communities

Certified Communities have been delegated authority by the McHenry County Storm Water Management Commission under the McHenry County Storm water Management Ordinance (SMO) to administer and enforce the SMO within their municipal boundaries.

Storm Water Management Permit Applications

A permit applicant can utilize the page to assist in submission of the Storm Water Management Permit.

General Permits

The documents on this page can be used to assist the applicant in submitting a permit application for a General Permit.

Flowcharts, Checklists & Other Guidance

Use these documents and checklists to assist an applicant determine if a project would require a Storm Water Management Permit and to help determine what information to submit to P&D for a permit submittal.

Storm Water Management Ordinance

The McHenry County Storm water Management Ordinance includes the minimum countywide standards for regulated development.

Online Resources

Browse our online resources for more information.

Wetland Restoration Fund

The McHenry County Storm Water Management Ordinance allows for wetland mitigation through the Wetland Restoration Fund in some circumstances.  The Fund also serves as a competitive grant for creation, enhancement and restoration projects.

 

If you would like to contact the Water Resources Division with your questions, please call 815-334-4560, or e-mail the division at stormwater@mchenrycountyil.gov.