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*Do not require ground level space, so particularly well suited where ground space is limited or sites with large flat roofs,
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*Do not require ground level space, so particularly well suited where ground space is limited or sites with large flat roofs
*May not require additional sewer connections,
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*May not require additional sewer connections  
*Easy to retrofit if structural support and waterproofing are adequate,
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*Easy to retrofit if structural support and waterproofing are adequate
*Relatively low cost compared to green roofs (no vegetation requirements),
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*Relatively low cost compared to green roofs (no vegetation requirements)
*Potential for evaporative cooling and reduction of urban heat island effect.
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*Potential for evaporative cooling and reduction of urban heat island effect
 
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*Must be regularly inspected and maintained,  
 
*Must be regularly inspected and maintained,  
*Limited application on sloped roofs or sites with small building footprints,
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*Limited application on sloped roofs or sites with small building footprints
*Do not provide any co-benefits such as habitat creation or air quality improvements associated with vegetated practices,
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*Do not provide any co-benefits such as habitat creation or air quality improvements associated with vegetated practices
*Mechanical systems and other rooftop architectural features must not be adversely impacted by ponded water.
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*Mechanical systems and other rooftop architectural features must not be adversely impacted by ponded water
 
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