Purpose; intent.

The purpose and intent of this article is to ensure the health, safety and general welfare of citizens, and protect and enhance the water quality of watercourses and water bodies in a manner pursuant to and consistent with the Federal Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C. § 1251 et seq.) by:

A. Reducing pollutants in stormwater discharges to the maximum extent practicable;

B. Prohibiting nonstormwater discharges to the storm drain system; and

C. Prohibiting stormwater discharges to sanitary sewers.