An illicit discharge is defined as the intentional disposal of any material by placement of and/or directing any material into the stormwater system. Please report suspected illicit discharges of chemicals, paint, oil and grease, yard waste, fertilizer and other questionable materials to local authorities so that it can be investigated. Local ordinances deem it illegal to dispose of any pollutants to the storm sewer.
Report Illicit Discharges - (813) 274-3101
Hillsborough County EPC - (813) 627-2600
Material
Lawn clippings
Yard Waste
Trash, litter and debris
Pet Waste
Soil and sediment
Pool discharges
Dumping toxic chemicals
Water softener discharges
Vehicle fluids
Proper Disposal Method
Collect and recycle
City Yard Waste Collection
Throw refuse in trash cans
Pick up after your pets
Sweep up and collect
Dechlorinate before discharging to storm sewer
Take to Household Chemical Collection event
Route piping to sanitary sewer system
Take to an auto parts store or Household Chemical Collection Event