Here in the Ozarks, one of our most precious resources is the water. People are drawn to this area for the abundance of beautiful lakes and streams, yet with this population growth comes diminishing water quality. Ever-increasing demands on natural resources have created new challenges for builders and developers. As awareness of environmental issues rises, so does the demand for greener, less negatively impactful building techniques. Whether driven by tighter regulations designed to protect our natural resources or customer demand, conscientious development decisions are a must to stay competitive and protect our resources.

This conference provided tools needed to begin incorporating stormwater management Low Impact Development (LID) techniques into your everyday designs. By studying various site-planning and hydrological based methods, some new, some currently utilized worldwide, lid techniques offers solutions to these challenges. Promoted by the EPA, LID can help meet the Clean Water Act requirements, preserve our water quality and replenish our aquifer, while offering economical benefits.