NMPDES 2026:NM taking over stormwater permitting from EPA. The WQCC rulemaking hearing (June 8–18, 2026) has concluded; the Commission is now deliberating the NMPDES rules. NMR100000 permits remain valid under administrative continuance.NM stormwater transition — WQCC hearing concluded; decision pending.
What changesAlbuquerque SWPPP & Stormwater Inspections, Serving New Mexico Since 2005
SWPPP development, on-site & remote virtual inspections (RVI), BMP installation, seeding & hydro-seeding, erosion control, fugitive dust, and Phase I/II ESA. NMDOT approved. CPESC, CESSWI, and QISM certified, with Licensed PE Partners, since 2005.
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Service Areas
Primary coverage across New Mexico under NMR100000. Select Arizona markets under AZPDES AZG2022-001.
New Mexico
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Arizona
Secondary service area — AZPDES
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Arizona projects: 0.50" storm trigger. Contact us directly for project availability.
Trusted by New Mexico contractors and developers
Real projects. Real outcomes. Real accountability.
“A 0.4-inch storm triggered a post-storm inspection and they had an inspector on site with the ComplianceGO report in our inbox well inside the 24-hour window — and flagged two BMP fixes before they turned into violations. That's the difference between 'someone signed our SWPPP' and 'our SWPPP actually protects us.'”
“We hired Inspections Plus for a 28-mile reclaimed-water main project crossing four jurisdictions. They handled the NOI, the CABQ dust permit, and showed up to every 14-day cycle. We never received a violation.”
“Our first SWPPP vendor disappeared during monsoon season. Inspections Plus took over our 65-lot subdivision SWPPP mid-project, caught three BMP gaps in their first walk, and stayed on top of post-storm inspections through September.”
Environmental Compliance Services
From permit development to final stabilization — one firm for the entire project lifecycle.
SWPPP Development
Site-specific SWPPP plans under NMR100000, AZPDES, and EPA CGP 2022. Includes NOI filing and 6-phase project timeline.
Learn moreStormwater Inspections
14-day routine inspections and 24-hour post-storm response (0.25" trigger NM, 0.50" trigger AZ). ComplianceGO digital reports. Every inspector — from field to office — holds QISM, CPESC, or CESSWI certification.
Learn moreRemote Virtual Inspections (RVI)
Can't wait for an on-site visit? Our inspectors walk you through your site live via video call, complete the SWPPP inspection report in real time, and issue a compliant record — same day.
Learn moreBMP Installation
We install what we design. Silt fence, wattles, check dams, Trackout Control mats, concrete washout, inlet protection, and erosion control blankets.
Learn moreSeeding & Hydro-Seeding
Native seed mixes, hydraulic mulch application, and tackifier treatment for final stabilization. Desert-adapted species for NM and AZ soils — from small disturbed areas to large graded slopes.
Learn moreErosion Control
Desert Southwest expertise — caliche soils, ephemeral arroyos, monsoon hydrology. Licensed NM product supplier and installer.
Learn moreFugitive Dust Control
The 0.75-acre threshold surprises most contractors. NMED 20.11.20 NMAC permits for both construction and programmatic operations.
Learn moreSWPPP Reviews
Independent third-party review of existing SWPPPs for CGP, NMR100000, and AZPDES compliance. Identifies gaps before a regulator does — includes written findings and recommended corrective actions.
Learn morePhase I & II ESA
ASTM E1527-21 Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and Phase II subsurface investigation for NM and AZ properties.
Learn moreThe SWPPP Compliance Process
Six phases from site research to final stabilization — Inspections Plus handles every phase.
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Site Research & Qualification
Parcel data, ownership, acreage, flood zone, watershed, soil type, NPDES determination, receiving water identification. IPLLC uses the Free Site Assessment tool for this phase.
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SWPPP Development
Site map, BMP selection matrix, inspection schedule (14-day + post-storm), operator acknowledgment forms, NMPDES dual-permit flag for 2026.
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NOI Filing
EPA NeT submission (current). NMPDES transition (WQCC June 8–18, 2026). Permit number assignment. Inspections Plus files on your behalf.
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Pre-Construction BMP Installation
IPLLC installs what we designed. Trackout Control Mats deployed. SWPPP signage posted. Initial inspection before ground disturbance.
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Active Construction Inspections
14-day routine + 24h post-storm (0.25" NM). ComplianceGO digital reports same-day. Corrective action tracking. Monsoon on-call July 1 – Sept 30.
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Final Stabilization & NOT Filing
70% perennial vegetation or equivalent. NOT filed within 30 days. Records retained 3 years post-NOT.
Site Research & Qualification
Parcel data, ownership, acreage, flood zone, watershed, soil type, NPDES determination, receiving water identification. IPLLC uses the Free Site Assessment tool for this phase.
SWPPP Development
Site map, BMP selection matrix, inspection schedule (14-day + post-storm), operator acknowledgment forms, NMPDES dual-permit flag for 2026.
NOI Filing
EPA NeT submission (current). NMPDES transition (WQCC June 8–18, 2026). Permit number assignment. Inspections Plus files on your behalf.
Pre-Construction BMP Installation
IPLLC installs what we designed. Trackout Control Mats deployed. SWPPP signage posted. Initial inspection before ground disturbance.
Active Construction Inspections
14-day routine + 24h post-storm (0.25" NM). ComplianceGO digital reports same-day. Corrective action tracking. Monsoon on-call July 1 – Sept 30.
Final Stabilization & NOT Filing
70% perennial vegetation or equivalent. NOT filed within 30 days. Records retained 3 years post-NOT.
Why We Price Per Service — Partners in Your Compliance Program
Inspections Plus prices per service performed — not lump-sum annual packages. We do that on purpose: your fees should match the work on the ground, including the visits that matter after storms and when conditions change.
You hold the permit as Owner/Operator; we focus on clear deliverables, fair line items, and documentation you can stand behind. No bundled scope that obscures what was actually done.
When the weather turns, our incentive is the same as yours — show up, assess, and report — because we are paid for the services we perform, not for a prepaid box that is already closed.
Industrial facilities are the exception that proves the rule: because a Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) program has a predictable annual scope, we offer fixed-price annual programs for industrial SWPPPs — still a defined scope, written down, with nothing bundled you would not receive.
Questions about scope and storm response? We are happy to put answers in writing.
Trackout Control Mats
The reusable alternative to rock stabilized construction entrances.
Heavy-duty HDPE pyramid mats that clean vehicle tires as they exit construction sites. Replaces traditional rock (aggregate) construction entrance — a required SWPPP BMP under NMR100000 and AZPDES.
- Reusable alternative to rock stabilized construction entrance
- 12' wide × 7' long × 3¾" high | 420 lbs
- 100% Made in USA | 10+ year lifespan
- Sales for contractors with multiple sites
- Rental per project — 10-day removal notice required
Notable users: Kiewit, Hensel Phelps, McCarthy, NASA, CDOT
Credentials That Matter for Compliance
NMR100000 mandates that stormwater inspections be conducted by a qualified individual. At Inspections Plus, every team member — field installers to office staff — is a certified inspector. Everyone speaks the language of SWPPP.
Qualified Inspector of Stormwater Management
StormwaterONE
The QISM is the national standard for stormwater inspectors under NPDES construction permits. Administered by StormwaterONE. At Inspections Plus, every team member — from field installers to office staff — holds this certification. Everyone speaks the language of SWPPP.
Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control
EnviroCert International (ECI)
CPESC holders have demonstrated expertise in erosion and sediment control principles across all phases of construction. Administered by EnviroCert International (ECI).
Certified Erosion, Sediment and Stormwater Inspector
EnviroCert International (ECI)
CESSWI certification demonstrates field-level inspection competency under EPA NPDES and state stormwater programs. Administered by EnviroCert International (ECI).
Licensed PE Partners
Network — NM, AZ & western states
Licensed PE Partners we work with handle sealed engineering designs, BMP performance calculations, and complex site drainage analysis. PE resources available across most western states.
Free SWPPP Inspection Template
Download our complete SWPPP site inspection report template — pre-formatted for NM (0.25" trigger, 14-day cycle) and AZ (0.50" trigger). Covers all 11 CGP inspection sections. Used by inspectors across NM and AZ.
- All 11 CGP inspection sections
- NM 0.25" and AZ 0.50" storm triggers
- 14-day routine + post-storm fields
- Corrective action tracking built in
No credit card. Name and email required.
SWPPP Inspection Report
NM & AZ — All 11 CGP Sections
Frequently Asked Questions
Regulatory facts — not marketing copy.
Resources
Free tools and regulatory guidance for NM and AZ construction professionals.
Regulatory Links Directory
The most comprehensive NM/AZ stormwater regulatory link directory on the web.
Browse linksFree Inspection Template
Download our SWPPP inspection form, pre-formatted for NM and AZ.
Download freeNMPDES 2026 Guide
Everything NM contractors need to know about the WQCC rulemaking and permit transition.
Read the guideReady to Stay Compliant?
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