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In Pa., climate change stresses old infrastructure. Stormwater fees are seen as a way to help limit flooding, pollution

Shelby Bradford

August 21, 2023 |

StateImpact Pennsylvania |

Multi-Media |

800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania

Stormwater fees, which are based on property runoff, are funding infrastructure upgrades and green spaces to absorb rainwater, reduce damage from flooding and improve water quality. Several municipalities have seen reduced flood damage and increased water quality after implementing stormwater fees, and have even hosted community events to educate residents on how the fees are used to make improvements.

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