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Bellvista Estate Bioretention Pods

November 12, 2021 by admin

The devices consist of small bioretention systems located behind the back-of-kerb and essentially replace standard gully inlet pits

Key Features:

Water Efficiency
Passive irrigation of streetscape landscaping
Public Awareness and Education
systems are integrated with the streetscape so good education opportunities

What Worked Well?

  • Better landscape integration on flat sites compared to end-of-line systems
  • Lower capital cost
  • Can use innovate techniques to protect systems from builders while still allowing veg to establish

What Were The Challenges?

  • Services, driveways and pedestrian movement conflicts
  • Uncertanty on community acceptance and maintenance
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