The City of Bethlehem’s stormwater management standards require that runoff generated from pre- to post-development for a two-year return period storm be managed by green infrastructure, and that as much impervious area as practical should be managed by BMPs (prioritizing vegetated BMPs).
Policy Details:
Locale: Bethlehem, Pennsylvania [Northeast]
Climate zone: Zone 5A: Cool Humid
Jurisdiction: Municipality [50-150K]
Smart Surface(s): Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Trees, Habitat Spaces, Urban Meadows, Wetlands, Permeable Pavement
Policy Type(s): City Code
Citation:
Township of Bethlehem City Code
