Towards the long-term effectiveness of water sensitive urban design assets on private land: Lessons from a case study review

Abstract

This technical report from the Melbourne Waterway Research-Practice Partnership examines the long-term effectiveness of Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) assets, specifically rainwater tanks, on private residential land. It highlights how conventional urban development negatively impacts waterway health and emphasises that addressing these impacts is likely to require managing stormwater in both the public and private domains. It acknowledges the complexity of ensuring private WSUD assets remain operational due to their reliance on community involvement. The research reviews four case studies in Greater Melbourne to identify factors that either support or hinder the ongoing performance and..