Low Impact Development (LID) manual

The Low Impact Development (LID) manual is a guide for managing stormwater runoff in a way that mimics natural processes. It promotes designing landscapes and infrastructure—like rain gardens, green roofs, and permeable pavements—that help absorb, filter, and reuse rainwater on-site. This approach reduces flooding, pollution, and strain on traditional drainage systems, while also supporting healthy ecosystems. The manual offers practical strategies for architects, engineers, and planners to create sustainable, resilient urban environments that work with nature rather than against it.