Fair Catch

Abstract

What seems to be the problem? The problem is nationwide- Minnesota is just late to the party. Our privilege of 10,000(+) lakes has led us to turn somewhat of a blind eye to stormwater management. This is especially true on a residential scale. Yes, certain jurisdictions & municipalities are rolling out increased restrictions and standards. However, the qualifications are still limited in quantity and often they focus solely on hard cover restrictions. Through my professional work and my research on this topic I have uncovered an unpleasant trend: Residential stormwater management landscape design is boring. Whether that is due to its relative infancy [of intensive focus] in the profession or some other circumstances, solutions are often redundant from one site to another. Landowners are left with few options. By working on two sides of the same coin’ Stormwater v. Client, I have compiled the following thesis proposal. It serves as a comprehensive landscape design and a highly functional stormwater management solution.