I just returned from an MSD briefing on the new Green Infrastructure program that went into effect on August 1, 2013. In a nutshell, all new development sites over 1 acre or part of a larger development plan, must implement new green infrastructure practices. Here are some specifics. Also, here’s some additional information:
- Landowners can pay a “fee in lieu” of implementing green infrastructure. The specifics on this are not defined and must be done at the MSD Board level. There will be more information coming out on this.
- Many answers to the FAQs point to the design manual. MSD is almost done updating this. The updated manual will make many practices more reasonable. This is also where draft language for the agreements/restrictions between developer and HOA will be suggested. Language will also be included for commercial developments; these agreements will run in perpetuity.
SMG can help with stormwater planning and help with interpreting the new regulations.