Socio-ecological design for a resilient water edge

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TARGET RISK: 36 inch Flooding Land x River Pollution Green Gentrification


9.52: Utilization of Shoreline for Water-dependent Purposes A nonwater-dependent use project that includes fill or structures on any tidelands shall devote a reasonable portion of such lands to water-dependent use, including public access in the exercise of public rights in such lands. (e) new or expanded buildings for nonwater-dependent use shall not exceed 55 feet in height if located over the water or within 100 feet landward of the high water mark; at greater landward distances, the height of such buildings shall not exceed 55 feet plus 1⁄2 foot for every additional foot of separation from the high water mark;

INSTITUTIONAL COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL MIXED USE RESIDENTIAL

DPA


REMEDIATION


Target: 10 year process

Base drawing source: Phyto: Principles and Resources for Site Remediation and Landscape


Poplar

Willow

Common buffalo grass or Western wheatgrass (petroleum hydrocarbons)

USDA ENERGY PROGRAMS THAT USE BIOWASTE - Biofuel Infrastructure Partnership -Biomass Crop Assistance Program -Farm-to-Fleet Feedstock Program Biofuel Production Incentive (BPI) Sunflower (Uranium)


ACCESSIBILITY


DESIGNING THE “FLOOD WALL”


PLANNING FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING


FLOATING AND SURFACE-FLOW WETLANDS Floating Wetland reintroduces native plants to increase habitat diversity. Surface-flow wetlands have been proven to be more efficient and low cost method for water treatment


MARSHES Salt marshes support fishing, tourism, and other businesses that are vital to coastal economies. Can Communities work together to develop plans that restore, protect these vital habitats and allow them to adapt to changing environmental conditions?


CRAFTING LAND FOR COMMUNITY FARMING



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