Stormwater Source Control Design Guidelines 2005 - Waterbucket

Stormwater Source Control Design Guidelines 2005Design, Construction and Maintenance ProcessLong-Term Maintenance ArrangementsLike any other development, Stormwater Source Controls relyon appropriate maintenance for their longevity andperformance. Where Stormwater Source Controls are situatedon private land, local governments may place maintenanceagreements or covenants in place to ensure appropriate longterm maintenance. Key ingredients of these include the itemsin the Maintenance Checklist.Maintenance Checklist Maintain surface drainage paths to lawn basins; Keep lawn basin grates clear of debris to ensure properdrainage; Clean lawn basin sumps on an annual basis (preferably inNovember) to remove organic debris collected in thesump; Conduct an annual inspection of the lawn basin, buildingfooting drain sump and overflow outlet piping for properfunction; clean interconnecting piping if required; Regularly cut, aerate and fertilize the lawn.Regular maintenance is required to ensure proper drainagefunction and a healthy landscape.Greater Vancouver Sewerage & Drainage District113