From my experience, dismissing permeable concrete as a fad is a mistake we'll regret...

I know a lot of finishers grumble about permeable concrete setups, saying they're too finicky and don't last... but I've seen the opposite. On that community park job last year, we used a permeable mix and it's holding up better than the traditional slabs nearby, even with heavy foot traffic. The key is proper subbase preparation, which many crews skip to save time... and then blame the material. Plus, reducing stormwater runoff is a huge benefit that we shouldn't ignore just because it requires a bit more care during installation. We're in a position to make a real environmental impact, and turning our backs on that for convenience feels wrong... especially with changing weather patterns. Let's adapt our methods instead of dismissing sustainable options outright.