| Overall Rating | Silver |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 55.03 |
| Liaison | Sara McIntyre |
| Submission Date | Aug. 10, 2022 |
Sewanee - The University of the South
OP-22: Rainwater Management
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
2.00 / 2.00 |
Amy
Turner Director of Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability Office of Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability |
Which of the following best describes the institution’s approach to rainwater management?:
A brief description of the institution’s green infrastructure and LID practices:
Considering the University’s priorities, the SMMP provides specific guidance for accomplishing initiatives proposed within the 2013 Sustainability Master Plan for implementing stormwater management measures and protecting the surrounding watersheds. The University has not historically required extensive stormwater management practices for development projects within the Domain, however in 2019 we implemented policies and standards for all new construction projects. While the land can absorb some low-density development, recent planning efforts and sustainability initiatives have recognized the need for an intentional change in practice. Much of this is due to anticipated development, particularly within the Village.
A copy of the institution’s rainwater management policy, plan, and/or guidelines:
A brief description of the institution’s rainwater management policy, plan, and/or guidelines that supports the responses above:
This SMMP provides the University with a deliberate stormwater management approach to ensure the existing stormwater problems are effectively addressed and future development preserves the downstream natural habitat.
Website URL where information about the institution’s green infrastructure and LID practices is available:
Additional documentation to support the submission:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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