Low Impact Development (LID)

Low Impact Development (LID) is a stormwater management and land development strategy applied at the road right-of-way, site plan and subdivision scale. This strategy emphasizes conservation and use of on-site natural features, integrated with engineered, small-scale hydrologic controls to more closely mimic pre-development hydrology. The goal of LID is to prevent measurable harm to streams, lakes, wetlands and other natural aquatic systems from commercial, residential or industrial sites. LID technologies and related design practices are used by GREENLAND® clients (wherever feasible from a functional perspective) for municipal infrastructure and land development projects.

Our LID planning and design strategy (by our engineering and landscape architecture teams) can include:

  • Green roofs;
  • Rainwater gardens;
  • Rainwater harvesting systems;
  • Permeable pavement structures
  • Bio-swales;
  • Artificial floating islands; and,
  • Other innovative ‘smart systems’ developed from the principles of bio-mimicry.

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Client Testimonials

Town of Innisfil

I would like to congratulate Greenland Consulting Engineers on winning the 2012 Consulting Engineers of Ontario Environment Award of Excellence. The award recognizes your work on the Nottawasaga Pines Secondary School construction project with the Simcoe Country District School Board. This is a well deserved honour and is a reflection of both the caliber of your work and your team.

I continue to be impressed with your company’s commitment and innovation in the field of sustainable development. You have set an excellent example for others throughout Simcoe County  and the Province of Ontario.

John Skorobohacz
(Former) Chief Administrative Officer
The Corporation of the Town of Innisfil

May 1, 2012
 

Corporation of the Town of Collingwood (Canada)

RE: Presentation of the Stormwater Management Master Plan Phase II Final Report to Council.
 
I really appreciate Greenland’s support throughout this project.
 
Amber Leal, BSc., C.E.T., Dipl.M.M., PMP
Manager, Development Engineering
Infrastructure
Corporation of the Town of Collingwood (Canada)

August 12, 2026
 

Township of Essa (Canada)

RE: Municipal Engineering Services Provided by Mark Palmer, P.Eng.

Mr. Palmer consistently delivers engineering services to a high standard of quality and professionalism. He effectively communicates complex technical information, demonstrates strong leadership and project management skills, and approaches engineering challenges with diligence, integrity, and practical problem-solving abilities.

Michael Mikael, P.Eng
Chief Administrative Officer
Township of Essa

June 24, 2026
 

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