Stormwater (rain and meltwater) collects, for example, on yards, streets and roofs. It also includes foundation drainage water from buildings. The City of Vaasa is responsible for stormwater management in areas covered by a local detailed plan. The aim is to safely direct water away from built-up areas and to prevent floods and the damage they cause.
How is stormwater managed?
Stormwater is conveyed and managed using the city’s stormwater system. The system includes, for example:
- stormwater sewers
- open ditches
- pumping stations
- retention structures (structures that slow down water flow)
- basins and ponds
- other structures and equipment related to stormwater management
The City of Vaasa’s Public Utility Services plans, builds and maintains the stormwater system in areas covered by a local detailed plan.
Responsibilities of the city and the property owner
City:
- organises stormwater management in areas covered by a local detailed plan
- prevents floods and mitigates flood damage on its own areas (streets, parks and other public areas)
- ensures the functionality of networks and the continuity of critical services also during flood events
- supports rescue operations during floods
As a property owner or holder you must:
- take care of stormwater management on your own plot
- prevent flood damage through your own actions
- prepare for flood situations and necessary protective measures
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The stormwater fee is an annual charge that covers the costs of conveying and treating rain and meltwater (stormwater).
Connecting to the stormwater system
It is the property owner’s obligation to manage the plot’s stormwater and to connect to the municipal stormwater system when the system is available in the area.
The City of Vaasa has developed stormwater management through several projects.
Stormwater management register
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Contact
Responsibilities: maintenance of traffic areas, operation of grated drains and roadside ditches.
Winter maintenance on-call service (16:00–07:00): +358401371913
Responsibilities: construction and excavation works related to the stormwater system, such as property stormwater connections and clearing of open ditches.
Responsibilities: management and development of the stormwater system and expert tasks related to stormwater matters.