Low Impact Development Plans for Los Angeles
Managing stormwater is part of most new construction projects in Los Angeles. We design the plans that show how your project handles it.
When your project needs LID
The rules around when LID applies are not always clear cut. It depends on your permit type, project scope, and other factors that come up during the plan check process. It also depends on the city.
City of Los Angeles adopted the LID Ordinance in 2011. For many new construction and significant remodels, you'll need to show how you're handling stormwater. The specifics depend on your situation.
We see it come up often with larger projects or when the city flags it during review. If your project triggers it, we can put together a plan that works for your property.
Our approach is to design systems that capture rainwater, allow it to soak into the ground, or slow it down before it leaves your property. This could be through bioretention areas, permeable surfaces, or rain collection systems.
What goes into an LID plan
- Site analysis of existing drainage patterns
- Proposed LID best management practices
- Bioretention area design and sizing
- Impervious surface area calculations
- Stormwater capture and infiltration details
- Maintenance requirements for LID systems
Where we work
We design LID plans for properties across Los Angeles County. From flat lots in the Valley to hillside homes that need special attention after the fires.
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Whether you're working on a new build or a significant remodel, we can help with your LID plan.
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