Model LID Standards & Specifications for Riverbank
In order to comply with existing and future stormwater discharge regulations, while promoting a resource efficient and sustainable approach to reducing stormwater…
Low Impact Development (LID) Alternative Compliance
The “Lower Stanislaus Low Impact Development Alternative Compliance Plan” addresses the physical and fiscal constraints of on-site LID, which are disproportionately experienced…
Watershed-friendly Development for Sierra Communities
The fast growing Sierra Nevada is home to 24 watersheds that provide over 65% of the state’s water supply. How and where…
Policy Fact Sheet: California Sustainability Research Project
The California Center for Sustainable Communities at UCLA created the California Sustainability Research Project to increase access to California’s funded sustainabie communities…
Water Recycling and Reuse
Water Recycling and Reuse Fact Sheet Our precious water supplies can be safely used more than once. This fact sheet PDF, 1.7…
Water Conservation
Water Conservation Fact Sheet Water conservation is a practical strategy for serving the needs of a growing state. This fact sheet PDF,…
Urban Stormwater Management
Urban Stormwater Management Fact Sheet Federal requirements now require the clean-up of urban runoff before it reaches receiving waters. This fact sheet…
Land Use and Watersheds
Land Use and Watersheds Fact Sheet This fact sheet PDF, 2 MB describes the critical importance of preserving watersheds. It then explains…
Livable Communities and Water
Livable Communities and Water Fact Sheet The compact, mixed-use, walkable development that is encouraged by the Livable Communities / Smart Growth movement…
Healthy Communities Success Story: City Heights Develops Financing Strategy to Improve Walkablity and Grow Small Businesses
Walkable streets form the backbone of healthy, safe neighborhoods. Communities that provide a comfortable walking environment connecting to destinations also experience higher…