CHICAGO | General Discussions

[Rizzo]

Increased rainfall will be Chicago’s near term problem to deal with. It’s already happening, especially in areas with inadequate drainage infrastructure. The city already deals with a combined storm/sanitary system that will be stressed locally, not just major waterways and detention.

The city will need incentivize alternative drainage at the source with rain collection cisterns in basements and backyards and permeable pavers in alleys and streets. In essence, moderating the problem as there’s no real solution to stop it.