Evermore Heights integrates water-sensitive urban design with dual reticulation systems, rainwater harvesting, and native landscaping, achieving a 68% reduction in scheme water use and influencing Water Corporation policies.
Scale: Commercial and Industrial lot, Precinct
Development Type: Public open space, Residential development
Local Government: City of Rockingham
WSUD Solution: Biofilter and raingardens, Community bores, Infiltration basins and trenches, Non structural strategies - maintenance, education and participation programs, Non structural strategies - regulatory and enforcement programs, Pervious paving, Rainwater storage, Retain native vegetation and natural landform, Swales/Buffer strips, Water efficient fixtures and fittings
Evermore Heights, a 374-lot estate co-developed by Satterley Property Group Pty Ltd and LandCorp, showcases water-sensitive urban design across private and public spaces. Residents enjoy a dual reticulation system for non-potable water, supported by WELS rated appliances and waterwise landscaping incentives.
Rainwater harvesting and permeable paving are encouraged, with raingardens treating stormwater on-site. Nutrient-filtering swales and infiltration basins manage larger storm events, while preserving natural areas and promoting native vegetation.
Challenges included governance, cost assessment, and community engagement. However, Evermore Heights exceeded its goal, achieving a 68% reduction in scheme water use, with over 150 homes benefiting from rainwater tanks. The project influenced Water Corporation’s policies on alternative water supplies, marking a significant step towards sustainable urban development.
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