Where to start
01
Identify the responsible agency
Clean Water Services identifies Beaverton, Cornelius, Forest Grove, Hillsboro, Sherwood, Tigard and Tualatin as partner cities with inspection programs. Other CWS-area communities contact CWS directly.
02
Review property-specific maintenance requirements
Privately maintained facilities may have recorded agreements defining who maintains a facility and the required schedule.
03
Determine what kind of facility you have
CWS distinguishes vegetated facilities from structural systems and publishes maintenance resources for owners.
04
Respond to an agency inspection
If a city or CWS inspector has identified deficiencies, use their instructions and ask questions before making changes that could affect the facility.
05
Find an appropriate provider and keep records
Use the published resources and ask contractors whether they handle your facility type, service location, and any applicable plan requirements.
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Find relevant contractors Independent resource. Not affiliated with any government agency. Requirements vary by property and jurisdiction; verify details with your inspector. Contractor qualifications and service areas have not been independently verified.