Disturbance and development takes a lot out of soil that must be restored.  The key a better water is better soil.  Compaction should

be reduced and organic matter should be increased which helps absorb and store the one-inch rain.

Paving materials that allows water falling on parking lots, driveways and such to drain through and be infiltrated into the soil below.

"Roots"

"Rocks"

Bioswales

Bioretention Cells

Infiltration Trenches

Dry Wells

Downspouts

Groundcover

Rooftop Disconnection

Rain Barrels

Lawn

Landscapes

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• Guidance for Property Owners

• Guidance for Designer & Builders

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