CORE Environmental Consultants provided comprehensive SWPPP services to support the expansion of the St. Albans Columbarium in Queens, New York. This faith-based cemetery project required the development and implementation of a site-specific Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) to meet regulatory requirements under NYSDEC General Permit GP-0-20-001.
With approximately 0.88 acres of land disturbance planned for new columbarium structures, walkways, and grading activities, the project’s location within a watershed draining to Jamaica Bay demanded heightened environmental attention. CORE’s role was to ensure that stormwater was properly managed throughout construction, minimizing potential impacts to surrounding infrastructure and natural resources.
Stormwater Permitting & SWPPP Preparation
CORE prepared and certified a revised SWPPP to support the construction contractor’s work under a public agency contract. This included:
- Preparation of a site-specific Erosion and Sediment Control Plan.
- Calculations and analysis of stormwater runoff based on site conditions and post-construction impervious surfaces.
- Designation of a qualified inspector for weekly and post-storm inspections.
- Coordination with the project’s design team to ensure consistency between SWPPP requirements and construction documents.
- Integration of phasing details and stabilization timelines to prevent prolonged soil exposure.
Our SWPPP services for the cemetery ensured adherence not only to NYSDEC standards, but also to local NYCDEP stormwater rules where applicable.
“Environmental compliance isn’t just paperwork—it’s a safeguard for our water, our communities, and our shared legacy.”
Environmental Oversight During Construction
The SWPPP includes protocols for:
- Routine weekly inspections and storm event follow-ups.
- Logbook tracking of site conditions, deficiencies, and corrective actions.
- Adaptive construction phasing to maintain uninterrupted erosion control.
- Final stabilization certification to close out regulatory obligations.
This oversight ensures that construction proceeds responsibly, with environmental safeguards maintained through each project milestone.
