To ensure the future application of road salt never becomes a significant drinking water threat, where the activity would be a significant drinking water threat, the Townships and County of Dufferin are encouraged to require salt impact assessments as part of a complete application for development which includes new roads and parking lots.

Such assessments should include but not be limited to mitigation measures regarding design of parking lots, roadways and sidewalks to minimize the need for repeat application of road salt such as reducing ponding in parking areas; directing stormwater discharge outside of vulnerable areas where possible; and provisions to hire certified contractors.

DC-AEG-CW-1.5: Where the Townships and the County of Dufferin are required to amend their Official Plan, Zoning By-law, and/or municipal planning documents and provide proof of compliance to the Source Protection Authority, they will do so within 30 days once the amendment(s) are in full force and effect.