Changes

Increases in the quantity, rate, and frequency of runoff can be linked to two root causes:   

Increases in the quantity, rate, and frequency of runoff can be linked to two root causes:   

#the conversion of undeveloped or agricultural land cover to urban uses, and  

#the conversion of undeveloped or agricultural land cover to [[Urbanization|urban uses]], and  

#the application of storm sewer systems.  

#the application of storm sewer systems.  

#Using [[natural drainage]] systems.  

#Using [[natural drainage]] systems.  

The strategies need to be considered together as they all overlap and relate to each other. For example, preserving a natural channel will impact the layout of the site, and the layout of the site determines the extent of impervious area and optimal locations of structural BMPs.

The strategies need to be considered together as they all overlap and relate to each other. For example, preserving a natural channel will impact the layout of the site, and the layout of the site determines the extent of impervious area and optimal locations of structural BMPs. See page [[Urbanization]] to understand how appropriate site design can improve stormwater management through the adoption of LID BMPs when preserving natural features is not possible.

Take a look at the downloadable Site Design Strategies Factsheet below for a .pdf overview of LID Best Management Practices:

Take a look at the downloadable Site Design Strategies Factsheet below for a .pdf overview of LID Best Management Practices: