DPWH Proposes Mandatory Water Detention Basins for Private Developments
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in the Philippines is proposing to make the construction of stormwater detention basins a mandatory requirement for private real estate developments, aiming for a shift towards proactive water management amidst frequent floods and droughts.
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