Permeable and Sustainable Landscaping
| DISCLAIMER: The information provided on this page is a work in progress and should be viewed strictly as informative. |
| Note: All landscaping must adhere to s.295-405 |
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Diagram showing sustainable landscaping in the form of a bioswale. |
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Often times, space does not allow for the placement of a bioswale around the perimeter of a parking lot. This diagram shows how permeable pavement can become a sustainable storm water solution that does not take away any square footage from the parking lot. |
Photos/Examples: |
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Example of storm water management technique used at The Brewery development |
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The Energy Exchange Building at 4121 S. 6th Street retains 100% of storm water on site through the use of permeable paving, rain gardens, green roofs, bioswales and cistern. |
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A close up view of pervious pavement |
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Large scale office parking lot that uses brick pavers for its surface to allow water to penetrate below. |