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On green building projects we incorporate a prioritized design approach: 1. Eliminate stormwater pollutants at or near the source with impervious reduction and at-source treatment. This is accomplished by maximizing green spaces, employing alternative pervious surfaces, identifying potential green roof locations, etc. 2. Minimize runoff with careful selection of surface materials, applying Green Grading principles, and design of alternative surface-oriented drainage systems. Apply site grading that maximizes time of concentration with slope selection, front-loaded micrograding, and integrated upland BMP locations. 3. Re-use stormwater runoff as a resource by treating and storing it for greywater or irrigation reuse. Apply Green Grading principles to maximize natural irrigation elements. 4. Treat runoff as close to the source as possible (and in accordance with applicable regulations) by applying Non-Structural BMPs and Integrated Bioretention Site Design methodologies. 5. As appropriate, apply other upland BMPs (sand filters, proprietary devices, recharge and infiltration, etc.) 6. Provide end-of-pipe treatment as required for remaining pollutant removal and flow attenuation, if necessary. We do all of this in the PLANNING STAGES of the project. Our proprietary software tools allow us to quickly determine if regulations are met. This front-loaded design does, in fact, cost more in the early stages of design but results in designs that are consistent with Green Building goals. Further, implementation of final designs are smoother and fewer changes are required to obtain approvals. We think ahead. We communicate. We get results. |
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T.E. Scott & Associates, is the design partner of Applied Stormwater
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