Policy Database
State Policy
Pennsylvania
Limiting soil and sediment erosion
2 Pa Code. § 1796 (2010).
Last Visited 3/31/26
Policy Summary
This law requires agricultural operations to implement best management practices to limit soil and sediment erosion through stormwater runoff controlled by Department of Environmental Protection. It establishes a permitting process, regular inspections, and adherence requirements that impacts urban farms and gardens.
State
Pennsylvania
Jurisdiction Name
Pennsylvania
Jurisdiction Type
state
Food System Topics
- Urban Agriculture
- Policymaking Process
