Question 1.3
3 of 11 in Climate Change - adaptation, mitigation and energy
Question
What percentage of the total roof area in the development is designed to allow the harvesting of rainwater for re-use and / or is covered by green roofs?
Targets and Justification
- Best
- 75% of the roof area used for rainwater harvesting or green roofs; captured water used for irrigation and toilet flushing and/or washing machines
- Good
- 50% of the roof area used for rainwater harvesting or green roofs
- Minimum
- See relevant local planning authority standard
Applies to Developments
This question applies to Small, Medium and Large developments.