In order to better implement Low Impact Development (LID) regulations, applicants must complete a site assessment, before development permits are submitted or issued, so that existing site conditions inform the proposed development, resulting in a design more sensitive to LID principles.
To that end, new municipal code chapter BIMC Chapter 15.19, Site Assessment Review, facilitates application of new LID regulations as required for certain planning, building, clearing, and grading permits.
On March 2, 2017, the City hosted an information session for the development community on this topic and LID regulations generally.