For the purpose of this article, the following terms, phrases,
words and their derivations shall have the meanings stated herein
unless their use in the text of this article clearly demonstrates
a different meaning. When not inconsistent with the context, words
used in the present tense include the future, words used in the plural
number include the singular number, and words used in the singular
number include the plural number. The word "shall" is always mandatory
and not merely directory. The definitions for terms used in this article
shall be the same as those provided in the last amended Stormwater
Management Rules at N.J.A.C. 7:8-1.2, which definitions are incorporated
herein by reference.
This section establishes design and performance standards for
stormwater management measures for major development intended to minimize
the adverse impact of stormwater runoff on water quality and water
quantity and loss of groundwater recharge in receiving water bodies.
Design and performance standards for stormwater management measures
shall comply with last amended N.J.A.C. 7:8-5, incorporated herein
by reference.