My neighbor has done some work on their lot and now I'm getting more runoff. What can I do?

Drainage directed from any private systems to neighboring properties is a civil matter between the property owners. It is advised that neighbors meet and work toward an agreeable situation for the involved parties. As a reminder, it is against state water laws to divert or concentrate runoff, or block runoff from draining onto a property. 

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1. What are the City's drainage related responsibilities?
2. What are the resident's drainage related responsibilities?
3. What is the difference between public and private drainage systems?
4. My neighbor has done some work on their lot and now I'm getting more runoff. What can I do?
5. What can I do if there is a significant drainage issue in my neighborhood?
6. Who do I contact for my drainage question that isn't listed here?
7. Is street flooding normal?
8. What is stormwater?
9. What is a flood plain?
10. What is the difference between a storm drain and a sewer?
11. What does impervious mean?
12. What is the difference between detention and retention?