Porous paving
Porous paving allows rainwater to pass
through the pavers and soak into the
ground, unlike standard concrete or
block pavers. By using porous pavers
you can:
• reduce the amount of ‘impervious’
surfaces on your block
• increase groundwater recharge by
allowing the water to soak through the
soil
• improve stormwater quality by filtering
stormwater and reducing pollutant
loads
• reduce high flows during peak rain
events entering the waterway from
urban areas causing stream erosion
and habitat scouring.
Porous paving is installed in the same
way as traditional paving and is available
in many forms. They can be used to
replace asphalt, concrete or other
impervious pavers.