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Thoughtful planning and integration of stormwater management requirements in the design phase helps maximize the benefits green infrastructure can offer to any site. Unlike piped systems below the surface, infiltration systems can work with the natural landscape and land uses to become an asset to a site.
Preserving natural features, reducing disturbance, and minimizing impervious surface area will help reduce the total amount of stormwater a site will need to manage. This can result in smaller stormwater management facilities and reduced costs.
Maximize a site’s potential by protecting the natural resources so that they can be integrated into stormwater management design. These design techniques can enhance appearance and aesthetics along with improving stormwater management and water quality in our local rivers and lakes.
Learn more about how Low Impact Development practices can help maximize a site’s natural features and reduce stormwater management volumes.
These techniques reduce stormwater runoff by preserving natural systems. These practices can reduce stormwater management costs, land clearing costs, and infrastructure costs while also enhancing site aesthetics and character and increasing property values.
Introduction to non-structural BMPs - SEMCOG
These practices manage stormwater runoff generated by impervious surfaces to protect water quality and prevent flooding downstream. See green infrastructure practices for additional information.
Including plant selection early on in the design and planning phase can help maximize a site’s function, aesthetics, and long term success. See Plant Selection for additional information.