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==Overview==
Permeable paving allows stormwater to drain through the surface and into a stone reservoir, where it infiltrates into the underlying native soil or is temporarily detained.
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PerviousConcreteWalkwayPlaza.png|Pervious Concrete Walkway Plaza
PorousAsphaltParkingLot.png|Porous Asphalt Parking Lot
PermeablePaversinHoboken.png|Permeable Pavers in Hoboken
</gallery> The following are different types of permeable paving:
* Permeable interlocking concrete pavers
* Plastic or concrete grid systems
* Pervious concrete
* Pervious asphalt
 
{{textbox|Permeable paving is ideal for:
*Sites with limited space for other surface stormwater BMPs
*Projects such as low traffic roads, parking lots, driveways, pedestrian plazas and walkways}}
 
'''The fundamental components of a permeable paving system are:'''
*interlocking blocks with infiltration spaces between
*Precast pervious slabs or pavers
*a cast in place surface without fines, so that the finish is pervious to water
*a bedding course to stabilize the surface
*underground storage layer of aggregate
 
'''Additional components may include:'''
*an underdrain system
 
==Planning considerations==
<h3>Geometry and Site Layout</h3>
Permeable paving can be used for entire parking lot areas or driveways and can be designed to receive runoff from adjacent impervious surfaces. For example, the parking spaces in a parking lot may be permeable pavers while the drive lanes themsevles are impervious asphalt.
 
In general, the impervious area should not exceed 1.2 times the area of the permeable pavement which receives the runoff.
A hybrid permeable pavement/soakaway design can feature connection of a roof downspout directly to the stone reservoir of the permeable pavement system, which is sized to store runoff from both the pavement surface and the roof drainage area.
 
<h3>Pretreatment</h3>
In most designs, the surface acts as pretreatment to the stone reservoir below. Periodic vacuum sweeping and preventative measures like not storing snow or other materials on the pavement are critical to prevent clogging. Another pretreatment element is a pea gravel choking layer above the coarse gravel storage reservoir.
 
<h3>Landscaping</h3>
Landscaped areas must drain away from permeable pavement to prevent sediments from running onto the surface. Urban [[trees]] will benefit from being surrounded by permeable pavement rather than impervious cover, because their roots receive more air and water. Interlocking pavers used around the base of a tree may be removed as the tree grows.
 
<h3>Risk of Groundwater Contamination</h3>
*Stormwater infiltration practices should not receive runoff from high traffic areas where large amounts of de-icing salts are applied (e.g., busy highways), nor from pollution hot spots (e.g., source areas where land uses or activities have the potential to generate highly contaminated runoff such as vehicle fuelling, servicing or demolition areas, outdoor storage or handling areas for hazardous materials and some heavy industry sites)
*Prioritize infiltration of runoff from source areas that are comparatively less contaminated such as  roofs, low traffic roads and parking areas
*Apply sedimentation pretreatment practices (e.g., oil and grit separators) before infiltration of road or parking area runoff
 
<h3>Heavy Vehicle Traffic</h3>
Permeable pavement is not typically used in locations subject to heavy loads. However, some permeable pavers are designed for heavy loads and have been used in commercial port loading and storage areas.
 
<h3>Setbacks from Buildings</h3>
Permeable pavement should be located downslope from building foundations. If the pavement does not receive runoff from other surfaces, no setback is required from building foundations. Otherwise, a minimum setback of 4 m down-gradient from building foundations is recommended.
 
<h3>On Private Property</h3>
If permeable pavement systems are installed on private lots, property owners  or managers will need education on their routine maintenance needs, understanding the long-term maintenance plan. They may also be subject to a legally binding maintenance agreement. An incentive program, such as a storm sewer user fee based on the area of impervious cover on a property that is directly connected to a storm sewer, could be used to encourage property owners or managers to maintain existing practices.
 
==Design==
===Modeling permeable paving in the Treatment Train Tool===
'''[[Permeable paving: TTT]]'''
 
===Sizing Stone Reservoirs===
'''[[Permeable paving: Sizing and modeling]]'''
 
===Materials===
Consult the manufacturer for the design specifications of their product. In pervious concrete and porous asphalt systems, the concrete or asphalt mix specifications and construction procedures are key to proper functioning. These systems require well-trained and experienced contractors for installation.<br>
'''[[Permeable paving: Specifications|Specifications]]'''
 
====Stone Reservoir====
The stone reservoir must meet both runoff storage and structural support requirements.
The bottom of the reservoir should be level so that water infiltrates evenly. If the system is not designed for infiltration, the bottom should slope at 1 - 5% toward the underdrain.
{{:Gravel}}
 
====Geotextile====
{{:Geotextiles}}
 
===Landscaping===
Landscaping plans should reflect the permeable pavement application. Landscaping areas should drain away from permeable pavement to prevent sediments from running onto the surface. Urban trees also benefit from being surrounded by permeable pavement rather than impervious cover, because their roots receive more air and water. Permeable pavers used around the base of a tree can be removed as the tree grows.
 
==Performance==
Permeable pavers can be classified according to the infiltration rate of the underlying subsoil into two categories:
*Full Infiltration: Full infiltration designs are more effective because little if any of the pollutants generated on the impermeable surfaces leave the site as surface runoff.
*Partial Infiltration: Partial infiltration designs with underdrains generate more runoff.
Studies in North Carolina have shown the average curve number of permeable pavements to range from a low of 45 to a high of 89. <ref>Bean, E.Z., Hunt, W, F., Bidelspach, D.A. 2007a. Evaluation of Four Permeable Pavement Sites in Eastern North Carolina for Runoff Reduction and Water Quality Impacts. Journal of Irrigation and Drainage Engineering. Vol. 133. No. 6. pp. 583-592.</ref><br>
Partial infiltration designs with underdrains generate more runoff, and as a result, are often used in studies investigating the water quality impact of permeable pavements on surface waters. These studies show load reductions above 50% for total suspended solids, most metals, and hydrocarbons <ref>Legret, M and V. Colandani. 1999. Effects of a porous pavement structure with a reservoir structure on runoff water: water quality and fate of metals. Water Science and Technology. 39(2): 111-117</ref> <ref>Pratt, C.J., Mantle, J.D.G., Schofield, P.A. 1995. UK research into the performance of permeable pavement reservoir structures in controlling stormwater discharge quantity and quality. Water Science Technology. Vol. 32. No. 1. pp. 63-69.</ref> <br>
As with all stormwater infiltration practices, risk of groundwater contamination from infiltration of runoff laden with road de-icing salt constituents (typically sodium and chloride) is a significant concern. Chloride ions are extremely mobile in the soil and are readily transported by percolating water to aquifers.
 
==Construction Considerations==
Construction of permeable pavement is a specialized project and should involve experienced contractors. The following general recommendations apply:
*'''Sediment Control''': The treatment area should be fully protected during construction so that no sediment reaches the permeable pavement system and proper erosion and sediment controls must be maintained on site.
*'''Weather''': Porous asphalt and pervious concrete will not properly pour and set in extremely high and low temperatures <ref>City of Portland. 2004. Portland Stormwater Management Manual. Prepared by the Bureau of Environmental Services (BES). Portland, OR.</ref>.  One benefit to using permeable pavers is that their installation is not weather dependent.
*'''Pavement placement''': Properly installed permeable pavement requires trained and experienced producers and construction contractors.
 
==Inspection and Maintenance==
Permeable pavements require regular inspection and maintenance to ensure that it functions properly. The limiting factor for permeable pavers is clogging within the aggregate layers, filler, or underdrain. Ideally, signs should be posted on the site identifying permeable paver and porous pavement areas. This can also serve as a public awareness and education opportunity. See: [[Permeable paving: Maintenance]]
 
==Life Cycle Costs==
Initial construction costs for permeable pavements are typically higher than conventional asphalt pavement surfaces, largely due to thicker aggregate base needed for stormwater storage. However, the cost difference is reduced or eliminated when total life-cycle costs, or the total cost to construct and maintain the pavement over its lifespan, are considered. Other savings and benefits may also be realized, including reduced need for storm sewer pipes and other stormwater practices, less developable land consumed for stormwater treatment, and ancillary benefits such as improved aesthetics and reduced urban heat island effect. These systems are especially cost effective in existing urban development where parking lot expansion is needed, but there is not sufficient space for other types of BMPs. They combine parking, stormwater infiltration, retention, and detention into one facility.
 
<h2>Incentives and Credits <ref>http://www7.mississauga.ca/Departments/Marketing/stormwater/stormwater-charge/img/stormwater-credits-manual-0.1.pdf</ref></h2>
<h3>Objective</h3>
The key objective of the Stormwater Credit Program is to recognize property owners who have
implemented stormwater and/or pollution prevention best management practices (“BMPs”) to reduce
impacts to the City’s stormwater infrastructure by controlling the quantity and quality of stormwater
leaving their property.
 
<h3>Principles</h3>
The Stormwater Credit Program is designed according to the following guiding principles:
* Available to every non-residential and multi-residential property (including those considered “mixed-use”) in Mississauga, unless otherwise exempt from stormwater charges or receiving a subsidy to offset stormwater charges.
* A clear linkage exists between the credit amounts provided and cost savings to the City’s stormwater program resulting from the implementation of BMPs.
* Property owners have the flexibility to pursue practices that suit the needs of and opportunities on their property.
 
<h3>Eligibility</h3>
All multi-residential and non-residential properties (including mixed-use properties) are eligible for the
credit program, except for any portion thereof which is receiving an exemption or subsidy reduction to
the stormwater charge. Single residential properties are not eligible for the credit program.
 
<h3>Credit Schedule</h3>
Stormwater credits are available in each of four categories, which align with the overarching objectives
of the City’s stormwater program as shown in the following table.
 
{| class="wikitable"
|style=" text-align: center"| [[Category]]  || style=" text-align: center"|[[Evaluation Criteria]] ||colspan="2" style=" text-align: center" | [[Total Credit (50% Maximum)]]
|-
| Peak Flow Reduction || Percent reduction of the 100-year post development flow to pre-development conditions of the site || Up to 40% ||rowspan="4" style="background:; color:black"|  To a total of no more than 50%
|-
| Water Quality Treatment || Consistent with Provincial criteria for enhanced treatment || Up to 10%
|-
| Runoff Volume Reduction || Percent capture of first 15 mm of rainfall during a single rainfall event || Up to 15%
|-
| Pollution Prevention || Develop and implement a pollution prevention plan || Up to 5%
|}
A maximum of 50% credit can be achieved by a property owner or operator. The 50% cap reflects the
maximum proportion of the City’s stormwater program in terms of cost that may be beneficially
impacted by on-site BMPs. The balance of the City’s program requires funding regardless of BMPs that
may be in place on private and public lands.
 
==References==
<references/>
 
==Proprietary Links==
{{:Disclaimer}}
<h3>Pre-cast</h3>
*[https://unilock.com/products/driveways/eco-optiloc/?region=1 Eco-Optioc, Unilock]
*[https://oakspavers.com/products/enviro-pavers Enviro Pavers, Oaks]
*[http://hydropavers.ca/ Hydropavers pervious pavers]
*[http://nilex.com/products/pavedrain Pavedrain, distributed by Nilex]
*[http://santerrastonecraft.com/landscape/paving-stones/terra-flo Terra flo, Santerra]
*[http://www.storm-crete.com/ Stormcrete pervious pavers]
<h3>Poured in place</h3>
*[http://www.lafarge-na.com/wps/portal/na/en/HydromediaDetailWCM_GLOBAL_CONTEXT=/wps/wcm/connectlib_na/Site_na/AllProductDataSheet_Concrete/ProductDatasheet_Concrete_1321037540751/Product_EN Hydromedia]

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