Orlando |
Code of Ordinances |
Chapter 63. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION |
Part 2. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS |
Appendix 2D. GROUNDWATER RECHARGE AREAS |
§ 63.233. Post-Development Groundwater Infiltration Volumes.
Post-development groundwater infiltration rates and volumes within primary groundwater recharge areas shall meet the least restrictive of the following standards:
(a)
Post-development rates and volumes must be at least equal to pre-development rates and volumes; or
(b)
Post-development rates and volumes must achieve at least 70% infiltration to the aquifer of all on-site stormwater.
This standard may be achieved by means of natural infiltration, ponding for stormwater retention/detention, structural exfiltration systems or any other method which conforms to the requirements of the Orlando Urban Stormwater Management Manual (OUSWMM).
(Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25100; Ord. of 12-19-1994, Doc. #28065-1)