What is impervious area?

Impervious ExampleImpervious area is any hard-surface that does not allow stormwater to be absorbed into the ground. Impervious areas include:

  • Driveways
  • Gravel surfaces
  • Parking lots
  • Rooftops
  • Sidewalks
  • Many other hard areas

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1. Why does Zanesville need a new Stormwater Fee?
2. How did Zanesville pay for stormwater activities before the creation of the Stormwater Utility?
3. Who has to pay the stormwater fee?
4. What types of projects and activities will be the responsibility of the new stormwater utility?
5. What is impervious area?
6. What is an ERU?
7. Are there credits available to offset the ERU Fee?