It is important to grade your lot so that water flows away from your house but does not affect neighbouring properties.
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As the property owner, you are responsible for your lot grading. You and your builder should read the City of Winnipeg Lot Grading By-Law before:
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- deciding on the grading for a new house, or
- making changes to existing grading.
Surface drainage problems
Improper lot grading can cause poor surface drainage. Runoff from heavy rain or melting snow can result in:
- standing water,
- flooding,
- foundation settlement or damage, or
- basement dampness.
Direct surface drainage away from your foundation and especially from window wells.
Winnipeg City | Waterandwaste / Drainageflooding
For Latest Info on Lot Grading by City By-Laws Please check: https://legacy.winnipeg.ca/waterandwaste/drainageflooding/lotGrading/default.stm
Source:
Winnipeg City. (n.d.). Residential lot grading. Retrieved from https://legacy.winnipeg.ca/waterandwaste/drainageflooding/lotGrading/default.stm
