Water-sensitive urban design (WSUD) – Lessons in water regulation and urban flooding mitigation.

Abstract

Water-sensitive urban design (WSUD) is a potential implementation to urban planning and design to minimize the hydrological impact of urbanization on the surrounding environment, word widely in Australia and many parts of the world. WSUD is seen as part of the urban water cycle, part of urban form and water governance. By understanding the technic of the WSUD system, WSUD-applicable area assessment criteria and its effective ecological services, as well as WSUD application planning step, the article demonstrates the benefits and capabilities of WUSD in significantly reducing stormwater peaks and urban flooding and contributing to efficient water regulation.