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Low Impact Development

Final Technical Report Phase III

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The Environmental Services Group (ESG) pioneered a radically different approach to stormwater management known as Low Impact Development (LID). LID protects area streams and rivers by eliminating the need for curbs and gutters, and controlling urban stormwater runoff through the use of rain gardens, landscaping, and other means that mimic the natural conditions present before development occurs. LID reduces the need for clearing and grading, requires less impervious surface, and eliminates pipes, inlet structures and stormwater ponds. As a result, site development and maintenance costs can be reduced.

 

LID Manuals