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Why should stormwater be planned before building or resurfacing a car park?

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Why should stormwater be planned before building or resurfacing a car park? Canterbury / Christchurch / North Canterbury

Direct answer

Stormwater should be planned before car park surfacing because water movement affects base strength, surface life, falls, drainage points and long-term maintenance.

Common issues

  • Standing water
  • Soft base areas
  • Poor falls
  • Edge damage
  • Surface failure

Related work

  • Car parks
  • Stormwater
  • Trenching and drainage
  • Kerbing and basecourse
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