Project Review – New and redevelopment projects built in San Francisco can create increases in stormwater flows that can affect San Francisco’s wet weather capacity and permit compliance. SFPUC conducts project review to ensure that new and redevelopment projects reduce their impacts on the wastewater system. This review process will apply to all projects disturbing 5,000 square feet or more of the ground surface, including emerging communities like Hunters Point Shipyard, Treasure Island, Visitacion Valley, and Executive Park. For more information about the Wastewater Planning and Regulatory Compliance Division’s Project review procedures, contact Ken Kortkamp at kkortkamp@sfwater.org.
Technical Assistance – Both public and private developers have expressed enthusiasm for green stormwater management technologies. The SFPUC provides technical assistance so that LID techniques are properly and safely implemented. If you’d like feedback on a project or need direction on LID concepts, please email stormwaterreview@sfwater.org.
During large storm events, rainwater runoff can contribute to localized flooding and combined sewer discharges, but these adverse effects can be reversed by design strategies. Read our list of stormwater management frequently asked questions. Read more
The SFPUC Wastewater Enterprise's Planning Department periodically hosts an informal lecture through its Low Impact Design Speaker Series. The talks are free and open to city employees and interested community members. Topics have included pervious paving, filtering planter boxes, rainwater harvesting systems, ecoroofs, the South Lake Union Plan for Seattle, neighborhood-scale infrastructure in China, and integrated energy and water designs for a resort in Baja. Read more
