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Green Infrastructure planning checklist

Use the following checklist as when planning a green infrastructure project involving stormwater management.

Check box Checklist item
Early-stage planning
image showing a check box Have you defined the goals and objectives of the proposed GI project?
image showing a check box Have you defined the scale of the proposed GI project?
image showing a check box Have you identified the technical personnel needed to support the proposed GI project?
image showing a check box Have you collected and reviewed local information and data to support the proposed GI project?
image showing a check box Have you identified stakeholders relevant to the proposed GI project?
image showing a check box Have you reached out to potential partners that can support the proposed GI project?
image showing a check box Have you assessed the potential multiple benefits of the proposed GI project?
Mid-stage planning
image showing a check box Have you engaged with stakeholders and the public on the proposed GI project?
image showing a check box Have you evaluated the proposed GI project and any alternatives for technical and financial feasibility?
image showing a check box Have you conducted a cost-benefit analysis of the proposed GI project and any alternatives?
image showing a check box Have you engaged the necessary authorities for permitting and approval for the proposed GI project?
image showing a check box Have you researched funding and financing options for the GI project?
Final-stage planning
image showing a check box Have you developed a conceptual site-specific GI design?
image showing a check box Have you lined up your technical team for complete design the GI project?
image showing a check box  Have you lined up potential funding and financing for the GI project?
image showing a check box Have you anticipated and prepared for any potential roadblocks and barriers to the GI project?