The increasing implementation of the sustainable development principles in the construction sector leads to the emergence of new concepts of urban planning and development of territories that harmoniously takes into account the environmental, social and economic indicators of construction projects. A typical modern urban area is characterized by a large area of low-permeable surfaces, which negatively affects the urban ecosystem, and at peak loads of rain runoff or flooding poses a significant threat to human health and life. Pervious concrete is a special high porosity concrete used for flatwork applications that allows water from precipitation and other sources to pass through, thereby reducing the runoff from a site and recharging ground water levels. Pervious concrete is traditionally used in parking areas, areas with light traffic, pedestrian walkways, and greenhouses and contributes to sustainable construction. The review examines the properties and most promising applications of pervious concretes, various aspects of technical regulation, and outlines the prospects for the development of work in these areas.
