An Introduction to Low Impact Development

af J. Paul Guyer

This publication provides introductory technical guidance for civil engineers and other professional engineers, planners and construction managers interested in low impact development. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. STORMWATER MANAGEMENT USING THE HYDROLOGIC CYCLE APPROACH, 3. LID DESIGN GOALS AND OBJECTIVES, 4. COMPARISON OF LID TO CONVENTIONAL PRACTICES, 5. DISTRIBUTED MICRO-SCALE SYSTEMS.