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[[file:Hydraulic radius.png|thumb|Two footprint areas of 9 m<sup>2</sup>.<br>
[[file:Hydraulic radius.png|thumb|Two footprint areas of 9 m<sup>2</sup>.<br>
Perimeter = 12 m (left) Perimeter = 20 m (right)]]
Perimeter = 12 m (left) Perimeter = 20 m (right)]]
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In some situations, it may be possible to reduce the size of the bioretention required, by accounting for rapid drainage. Typically, this is only worth exploring over sandy soils with rapid infiltration.
In some situations, it may be possible to reduce the size of the bioretention required, by accounting for rapid drainage. Typically, this is only worth exploring over sandy soils with rapid infiltration.