An Introduction to Low Impact Development - Paperback

by J. Paul Guyer (Author)

This publication provides introductory technical guidance for civil engineers and other professional engineers, planners and construction managers interested in low impact development. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. STORMWATER MANAGEMENT USING THE HYDROLOGIC CYCLE APPROACH, 3. LID DESIGN GOALS AND OBJECTIVES, 4. COMPARISON OF LID TO CONVENTIONAL PRACTICES, 5. DISTRIBUTED MICRO-SCALE SYSTEMS.

Author Biography

Paul Guyer is a registered civil engineer, mechanical engineer, fire protection engineer, and architect with over 35 years experience in the design of buildings and related infrastructure. For an additional 9 years he was a principal staff advisor to the California Legislature on infrastructure and capital outlay issues. He is a graduate of Stanford University and has held numerous national, state and local positions with the American Society of Civil Engineers, Architectural Engineering Institute and National Society of Professional Engineers. He is a Fellow of ASCE and AEI. An Introduction to Low Impact Development