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Stormwater Permits

Requirements related to water quality permitting for stormwater runoff from construction sites, industrial facilities, and publicly owned and operated storm sewers.

Under Which Stormwater Permit Are You Regulated?

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How to Check the Status of Your Permit

Water Quality General Permits Authorization and Application Query

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HOTRenewal of the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP), TXR050000

TCEQ has renewed the Multi-Sector General Permit (TXR050000) for industrial facilities. The 2026 MSGP has been issued with an effective date of August 14, 2026. For more information, please visit the Multi-Sector General Permit webpage.

The renewal period is only available from August 14 - November 12, 2026. Existing permittees will not be allowed to submit a renewal application before August 14, 2026.

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2028 Renewal of the Construction General Permit (CGP), TXR150000

The TCEQ has begun the process for the renewal of the TPDES Stormwater Construction General Permit, TXR150000, which expires on March 5, 2028. On June 9, 2026, the TCEQ held a stakeholder meeting for the renewal of the CGP. Preliminary proposed changes to the general permit were discussed in a presentation, and input from stakeholders was gathered during this meeting.

Please visit the Stormwater Stakeholders Group webpage for more information.

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Amendment to the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP), TXR050000

TCEQ completed an amendment without renewal to the 2021 MSGP. The amended MSGP was adopted at the Commissioners Agenda on May 5, 2025. The amended MSGP was issued and made effective on May 7, 2025.

The amendment to the MSGP was required to implement the following legislative requirements:

  • prohibit quarries located within water quality protection areas in the Coke Stevenson Scenic Riverway from obtaining stormwater coverage under this general permit (House Bill (HB) 1688 from the 88th Regular Legislative Session), and
  • expand the applicability for non-exempt oil and gas activities (HB 2771 from the 86th Regular Legislative Session).

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Resources for Small Businesses & Local Governments

Assistance Tools for Stormwater Permitting

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Stormwater Permit Fees

Submitting Stormwater General Permit Forms and Fees Electronically
Billing for water quality annual fees and agency contacts for more detailed questions.

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Delinquent Fees and Penalties Will Affect Processing Applications

If you owe at least $25 in delinquent penalties or fees the TCEQ may place your facility on Warrant Hold with the Comptroller of Public Accounts.

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