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Integrated, Site-Specific Solutions
Low Impact Development (LID) is an integrated site design approach that manages stormwater at its source by working with natural systems rather than relying solely on conventional infrastructure. By slowing, infiltrating, and treating runoff where it falls, LID strategies reduce environmental impact, improve water quality, and support long-term site resilience.
At Cornerstone, LID is embedded early in the design process to align regulatory compliance with constructibility, cost efficiency, and long-term performance. Our approach ensures stormwater solutions are purposeful, coordinated, and seamlessly integrated into the overall site and building design.
We incorporate Low Impact Development solutions directly into site planning to manage stormwater at its source. Through coordination with civil and landscape disciplines, strategies such as bioretention, permeable paving, and bioswales are seamlessly integrated into functional and buildable site designs.
LID systems are designed to reduce runoff, improve water quality, and support groundwater recharge while meeting local and state stormwater requirements. Our approach balances environmental performance with constructability and long-term maintenance considerations.
