Stormwater

Rhode Island Local Officials’ Stormwater Training for Planning Boards

Take the Training

Click here for information on how to enroll!

Resources

Links to sources cited within the training and other useful resources.

Public Education

RI Stormwater Solutions

All public education materials created before 2020 are housed on the site now maintained by RIDEM: RI Stormwater Solutions.

Low Impact Design (LID) and Green Infrastructure (GI) Resources

LID Municipal Self-Assessment

Designed for municipalities, the self-assessment allows an in-depth review of the standards, ordinances, and regulations that
shape development in your community, which directly influences the health and quality of land
and water resources.

Types and Examples of LID/GI

Examples, definitions, and images of common LID/GI practices.

Municipal LID/GI Resources

Self-assessment resources, factsheets, guidance documents, and sample ordinance language for LID/GI .

GI Maintenance Resources

Factsheets, guidance documents, and other websites focused on maintaining GI.

RI State LID Regulations

A compilation of the state’s regulations and manuals for stormwater installation.

Soil Erosion and Sediment Control

Rhode Island Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Online Training

Learn more about the training options and how to sign up for them.

RIDEM’s Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Website

More information about Rhode Island regulations and guidance.

Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Factsheet Series

Learn the details of soil erosion, runoff, and sedimentation control measures.

Construction Site Soil Erosion Control Violations

Spot successes and failures of controls around construction sites.