3.1.2. Low Impact Development (LID) Practices

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does LID stand for?

   Hint

   It's related to stormwater management.

2. 2.

   Name one benefit of rain gardens.

   Hint

   Think of what happens when it rains.

3. 3.

   What is the primary focus of Low Impact Development?

   • Increasing impervious surfaces
   • Managing stormwater runoff
   • Building more roads

   Hint

   Consider how LID helps the environment.

4. 4.

   True or False: Rain gardens only serve aesthetic purposes.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about what rain gardens do beyond looking good.

5. 5.

   Propose a neighborhood plan utilizing LID programs. Include three specific LID techniques and how they mitigate stormwater problems.

   Hint

   Think about how water moves in a neighborhood.

6. 6.

   Assess the importance of community involvement in LID projects, specifically discussing the impacts on design choices.

   Hint

   Consider how input from residents can change a project.