LID SWM Planning and Design Guide:General disclaimer

The Sustainable Technologies Evaluation Program (STEP) make every attempt to ensure the accuracy of information in the guide. We employ a rigorous review process and consult technical experts for all major changes. STEP assumes no responsibility for consequences resulting from the use of information contained within our guide, from linked internet addresses, or in any respect for the content of such information, including (but not limited to) errors or omissions, the accuracy or reasonableness of factual or scientific assumptions, studies or conclusions, the defamatory nature of statements, ownership of copyright or other intellectual property rights, and the violation of property, privacy, or personal rights of others. STEP are not responsible for, and expressly disclaims all liability for, damages of any kind arising out of use, reference to, or reliance on such information. No guarantees or warranties, including (but not limited to) any express or implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular use or purpose, are made by STEP with respect to such information.

External internet addresses contain information created, published, maintained, or otherwise posted by institutions or organizations independent of STEP:

• STEP do not endorse, approve, certify, or control these external sites.
• STEP do not guarantee the availability, accuracy, completeness, efficacy, timeliness, or correct sequencing of information located on external sites.

No one should rely on the accuracy, completeness, efficacy, and timeliness of such information.

Trademarks

Any of the trademarks, service marks, collective marks, design rights, personality rights or similar rights that are mentioned, used or cited in the articles of the guide are the property of their respective owners. Their use here does not imply that you may use them for any other purpose other than for the same or a similar informational use as contemplated by the original authors of these articles. Unless otherwise stated the LID planning and design guide, and the Sustainable Technologies Evaluation Program are neither endorsed nor affiliated with any of the holders of any such rights and as such the authors of this wiki can not grant any rights to use any otherwise protected materials. Your use of any such or similar incorporeal property is at your own risk.

Sustainable Technologies Evaluation Program

Low Impact Development. A stormwater management strategy that seeks to mitigate the impacts of increased urban runoff and stormwater pollution by managing it as close to its source as possible. It comprises a set of site design approaches and small scale stormwater management practices that promote the use of natural systems for infiltration and evapotranspiration, and rainwater harvesting.