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Preserve Natural Conditions
Understand impact of design on nature.
Understand impact of design on nature.
Respect site conditions and topography – altering
contours is expensive, hurts site’.
Microclimate, affects how water and wind moves
through site.
Select sites and designs that do not disturb water table.
foundations in the water table affect the hydraulic process,
exposure of water table during construction can lead to
contamination from surface runoff.
Preserve existing plants and animal habitats – these
will make the finished building more comfortable
for occupants.
Urban Design
Minimize pollution - use appropriate HVAC refrigerants
Minimize pollution -
Design mixed-use development – people can live where
they work and shop, more activity makes an area safer.
Provide for human-
Design around public transportation – reduces pollution from more vehicles, less parking is needed, so there is less impact on site.
Site buildings on previously developed sites.
Design sites using permeable pavers, xeriscaping, existing
infrastructure, access to open space, erosion controls.
Minimize disturbed area of site, limit turf, no invasive
plants, use drought tolerant plants.
shaded or light colored hardscapes, permeable sites,
permanent erosion controls, non toxic pest control/pest control
alternatives.
