Pervious concrete is critical for reducing urban flooding and in increasing groundwater recharge as it allows water to permeate through its structure. It also helps reduce surface runoff, which addresses urban waterlogging and pollution issues. This study investigates the effects of aggregate proportioning, compaction effort, and aggregate-to-cement (A/C) ratios on the porosity and compressive strength of pervious concrete. The study uses Natural Aggregates (NA) and Recycled Concrete Aggregates (RCA) from Sri Lanka, optimizing the mix design using Taguchi method to balance structural strength and porosity. Pervious concrete samples were prepared with varying proportions of smaller aggregates (10%, 30%, and 50%), A/C ratios (3.0, 4.0, and 5.0), and compaction levels (0, 224.4 Nm, and 561.0 Nm). Samples were cured for 28 days and tested for porosity and compressive strength. Taguchi method, along with analysis of variance, employed to identify optimal mix parameters. Results indicate that higher compaction levels and lower A/C ratios (3.0) enhance compressive strength, while higher proportions of smaller aggregates and lower compaction improve porosity. Optimized mix (30% smaller aggregates, A/C ratio of 5.0, and compaction at 224.4 Nm) balances both properties. For optimized mix concrete made with RCA exhibited 29% less compressive strength compared to NA concrete but showed higher porosity due to adhered mortar. This study highlights trade-offs between strength and permeability, offering insights for sustainable applications of pervious concrete in drainage and pavement systems.