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Does anyone know about using crushed shells (clam or oyster) for driveways in Washington State?

Yya2RzoGyr | Posted in Green Products and Materials on

We are near the shoreline and are required to use a pervious surface material.

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    Martin Holladay | | #1

    Mona,
    Crushed shells seem to be most common in Florida. Do you have a local supplier?
    Here's a link to a blog and a photo:
    http://dreamhome.blogs.nytimes.com/2008/03/14/building-progress/#more-238

  2. user-659915 | | #2

    Only your local jurisdiction can confirm whether your intended driveway material is considered pervious for their purposes. They should be able to provide a checklist list of acceptable materials.

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