by Thomas H. Russ

A complete site planning handbook reflecting the challenges and concerns of the new millenium!

Site Planning and Design Handbook bridges the gap between the traditional methods of site planning and design and our growing awareness of sustainability issues. Meticulously written and heavily illustrated with construction details and graphic standards, the Handbook offers thorough, detailed coverage of:

• Site analysis
• Environmental assessment
• Grading
• Design for traffic control
• Open space design
• Project management issues, including permitting and quality assurance
• Historic landscapes
• Preserving trees
• Storm water management
• Materials specifications and standards

Site Planning and Design Handbook is the perfect vehicle for landscape architects, civil engineers, architects, and planners and developers who want to successfully create within the “new design paradigm.”

Contents

1. Sustainability and Site Design
2. Site Analysis
3. Site Grading
4. Designing for People
5. Street and Parking Lot Design
6. Infrastructure
7. Landscape Restoration
8. Site Layout
9. Vegetation in the Site Plan
10. Project Management Issues
11. Historic Landscapes and Preserving the Land
12. Landscape and Culture

Appendix A: Environmental Site Assessments
Appendix B: Preparedness, Prevention, and Contingency Plan

Index

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