Figure 3-5: Green roof over Soldier Field parking garage, Chicago, IL
Figure 3-6: Traffic circle and infiltration basin, Arizona
Soldier Field Green Roof Parking Structure, Chicago, IL The intensive green roof that covers the new underground parking structure for Soldier Field provides a monumental green space in addition to reducing runoff (Figure 3-4).
Neighborhood Traffic Circle, Tucson, AZ This infiltration basin (shown in Figure 3-5) doubles as a traffic circle, collecting stormwater off of the streets and slowing cars as they cross the intersection. This unique design feature lends character to the neighborhood while increasing pedestrian safety. In addition, it increases public awareness of stormwater as a resource by making it a visible, central design
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Stormwater Guidelines for Green, Dense Redevelopment • City of Emeryville