Depaving

Depaving is the process of removing unnecessary pavement and replacing it with plants or trees, permeable pavers, or permeable asphalt. Depaving allows stormwater to soak into the ground where it falls instead of picking up and carrying pollutants into creeks and waterways.  Learn more.

Benefits

• Clears space for lush and attractive yard spaces
• Restores vegetation and habitats for birds, insects, and other wildlife
• Improves air quality
• Potential for LEED™ credits
• May be designed for food production
• Allows stormwater to soak into the ground where it falls instead of picking up and carrying pollutants into creeks and waterways