This policy establishes a requirement to submit a stormwater management plan in accordance with the Pittsburgh Stormwater Design Manual. It includes a requirement that any plan proposing to use best management practices (BMPs) other than green infrastructure and Low-Impact Development practices to meet requirements must first demonstrate to the city that GI and LID practices are infeasible.
Policy Details:
Locale: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania [Northeast]
Climate zone: Zone 5A: Cool Humid
Jurisdiction: Municipality [>150K]
Smart Surface(s): Green Roofs, Permeable Pavement , Trees, Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Parkland, Habitat Spaces, Urban Meadows, Wetlands
Policy Type(s): City Code
Citation:
City of Pittsburgh Code of Ordinances, Chapter 1304, Section § 1304
