
Water Quality Regulatory Affairs
CICWQ engages and communicates with regulators and policy-makers at California’s state, county, and municipal government levels, working closely with cities, public works agencies, and water, sewer, and flood control districts and utilities on areas of common interest affecting water quality regulatory and policy-making actions.

Our Resources
Our resource page shares articles and content about some of the collaborative efforts CICWQ has built with local public works agencies. We address critical needs in water quality permit implementation, such as the development of regional, multi-benefit stormwater capture projects. CICWQ also collects and analyzes cost of implementation data on the use of Low Impact Development stormwater best management practices.
Below are links and contact information of critical state and regional water quality control boards in California that regulate the construction and property development industries. We included quick and easy access to several county-level, municipal, and special-purpose utility (water-sewer-flood) agencies.
RESOURCE ARTICLES
March 2025 Update: Key water policies are evolving. A Supreme Court ruling may reshape stormwater compliance, SB 601 could raise building costs, and stormwater credit trading offers funding solutions. Plus, wildfire response highlights water supply challenges.
Wildfires and water supply are deeply connected. ICICWQ’s Principal Technical Director, Mark Grey, examines how water reliability impacted firefighting efforts in LA County’s recent wildfires. He debunks misconceptions, highlights key response lessons, and explores how communities can better protect their homes and businesses.
February 2025 Update: As California’s rainy season continues, construction sites must be storm-ready! Plus, CASQA is now the official SWPPP training operator. Meanwhile, the State is shaping a new stormwater capture policy. Stay informed—your input matters!
January 2025 Update: CICWQ extends heartfelt sympathy to those affected by the LA County wildfires. As rebuilding begins, we urge construction pros to prepare for California’s rainy season by inspecting sites, updating SWPPP compliance, and staying informed on stormwater policy updates.
PUBLIC WORKS AGENCIES, ASSOCIATIONS, AND WATER BOARDS
CICWQ works with many different types of agencies, associations, and regulatory bodies in California and nationally. Contacts and internet resources are found by clicking the logos below.
CICWQ FOUNDED IN 2001 BY OUR TRADE ASSOCIATION MEMBERS:
Major funding for CICWQ is provided by the Construction Industry Advancement Fund and the Fund for Construction Industry Advancement