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Assessment of Operation and Maintenance Issues in the Rainwater Harvesting Systems of Residential Apartments Built in the Last Decade: A Case Study of Pune
Abstract: Despite abundant rainfall, Indian metropolitan centres, including Pune, face severe water crises due to inadequate stormwater management. In response, governmental bodies and sustainable rating frameworks have mandated the integration of rainwater harvesting (RWH) systems within the built environment. However, a significant policy-practice gap persists while RWH systems are frequently installed to meet regulatory compliance, they often fail to achieve their operational objectives due to severe maintenance and functional deficits. This …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Planning and Development Architecture · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 95–111 Read article