Detention facilities should prioritize common areas, incorporate low-impact development (LID) and green infrastructure (GI) practices, and meet city standards for safety, maintenance, and environmental protection. Designs must prevent runoff impacts, ensure stability, and maintain adequate separation from buildings.
Policy Details:
Locale: Mountain Brook, Alabama [Southeast]
Climate zone: Zone 3A: Warm Humid
Jurisdiction: Municipality [<50K]
Smart Surface(s): Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Habitat Spaces, Urban Meadows, Wetlands, Green Roofs, Permeable Pavement , Trees
Policy Type(s): City Code
Citation:
Mountain Brook, AL Code of Ordinances, Ch. 113, Art. III, Sec 113-228
