Durning the heavy rains of this last year, I ended up with 5 1/2 feet of water in my basement. The majortiy of the water came off from down the hill on 27th Street across my flat backyard and down the staris to my basement, outside entrance. I called the city about what can be done and I was advised to divert the water to the neighbors yard. isn't that illegal? I was also advised that the problem is that the storm drains and the sewers are connected and can't handle the overflow. what are my options? Has anyone else ever dealt with this and what kind of resolution can I expect? I don't look forward to dealing with this everytime it rains. I have lived in this property for 10 years and this is a more recent problem. Any advice or solutions are greatly appreciated.