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development with the municipality where the land is located. The District intends to be active in the regulatory process to ensure that water resources are managed in accordance with District goals and policies. The District intends to begin implementing these rules effective February I, 2006. All developments that do not have municipal approval on or before February 1, 2006 will require a permit. Municipalities have the option of assuming a more active role in the permitting process after adoption of a local water management plan approved by the District by adopting and implementing local ordinances consistent with the approved plan. The District will also review projects sponsored or undertaken by municipalities and other governmental units, and will require permits ofthe contractor in accordance with these rules for governmental projects impacting water resources of the District. These projects include but are not limited to, land development, road, trail, and utility construction. The District desires to serve as technical advisor to the municipalities in their preparation of local surface water management plans and the review of individual development proposals prior to investment of significant public or private funds. To promote a coordinated review process between the District and the municipalities, the District encourages the municipalities to involve the District early in the planning process. Rule A: Definitions For the purposes of these rules, the following words have the meanings set forth below. References in these rules to specific sections of the Minnesota Statutes include any amendments, revisions or recodification of those sections. Best management practices (BMPs) - measures taken to minimize negative effects on the environment as documented in the Minnesota Construction Site Erosion and Sediment Control Planning Handbook (MBWSR, 1988) and Minnesota Stormwater Manual (MPCA, 2005). Board of Managers - the board of managers of the Capitol Region Watershed District. Criteria - specific details, methods and specifications that apply to all permits and reviews and that guide implementation of the District's goals and policies. Development - any proposal to subdivide land, any land disturbing activity, redevelopment affecting land, or creation of impervious surface, including but not limited to, road construction or reconstruction or improvement and construction or reconstruction of stormwater conveyance systems. District - the Capitol Region Watershed District established under the Minnesota Watershed Law, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 103D. Drainageway - all water conveyance systems including but not limited to storm sewers, ditches, culverts, and open channels. Excavation - the displacement or removal of soil or other material. Floodplain - the area adjoining a watercourse or natural or man-made water basin, including the area around CRWD Draft Rules - 45 Day Review Version October 6, 2005 Page 20f14