Last Updated 08/14/2026
Stormwater Code: Excerpts from Lincoln, North Dakota Code of Ordinance
TITLE 10- STORMWATER MANAGEMENT
10-02-01. – Application.
A written application for stormwater management plan approval, along with the proposed stormwater management plan, shall be filed with the City Engineer. The application shall include a statement indicating the grounds upon which the approval is requested, that the proposed use is permitted in the underlying zoning district, and adequate evidence showing the proposed use will conform to the standards set forth in this title. Prior to applying for approval of a stormwater management plan, it is recommended that the applicant have the stormwater management plan reviewed by affected public agencies.
10-02-02. – Contents of Stormwater Management Plan.
- Existing site map
- Site construction plan
- Plans of final site conditions
- Stormwater management plan report
10-04-02. – Stormwater Design Standards Manual.
The stormwater design standards manual (manual), as adopted and amended by the City, contains the principal standards and design criteria for developing an effective and acceptable stormwater management plan. The manual contains an overview of the City’s stormwater management policy and design objectives as well as a detailed discussion of the contents of stormwater management plans submitted to the City Engineer for approval. The manual contains detailed criteria for hydrologic evaluations, the design of stormwater management system facility components, water quality protection standards, instructions for the development of an erosion and sedimentation control plan, and requirements for easements and right-of-way. The manual also contains a discussion of operation and maintenance requirements, standard forms to be used, and standard construction details adopted by the City.
10-05-01. – Stormwater Management.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are property owners in Lincoln, North Dakota required to do once a stormwater project is built?
The property must continue operating in accordance with the plans of final site conditions that were submitted and approved as part of the original stormwater management plan application to the City Engineer. That approved plan is the baseline the completed site is expected to match going forward.
Who enforces post-construction stormwater compliance in Lincoln?
The City Engineer, the same office responsible for reviewing and approving stormwater management plans before construction, oversees compliance with Title 10, including post-construction conditions tied to an approved plan.
How can AQUALIS help with post-construction stormwater compliance in Lincoln?
AQUALIS can obtain and interpret Lincoln’s design standards manual on a property owner’s behalf, confirm the specific post-construction maintenance and easement obligations tied to a site’s approved plan, and then handle the ongoing inspection and maintenance needed to keep the property matching its approved final site conditions.
The information on this page is provided for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Regulations change frequently — AQUALIS makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of this content, and any reliance on it is at your own risk. Consult a qualified professional or your local regulatory authority to confirm requirements applicable to your specific property.
