The Green Leap [electronic resource] : A Primer for Conserving Biodiversity in Subdivision Development
Hostetler, Mark, Dr.
Berkeley, Calif. ; London : University of California Press,
c2012.
Written for anyone interested in green development-including policy makers, architects, developers, builders, and homeowners-this practical guide focuses on the central question of how to conserve biodiversity in neighborhoods and to minimize development impacts on surrounding habitats. The Green Leap specifically helps move green development beyond the design stage by thoroughly addressing construction and post-construction issues.Incorporating many real-world examples, Mark Hostetler explains key conservation concepts and techniques, with specific advice for a wide variety
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Cover; Contents; List of Boxed Texts; Preface and Acknowledgments; PART ONE. Key Principles and Players; 1. Why Build Biodiverse Communities?; 2. Urban Decision Makers; PART TWO. The Devil Is in the Details; 3. Tree Protection and Natural Area Preservation Strategies; 4. Improving Community Engagement and Understanding; 5. Landscaping and Individual Lots; 6. Trails, Sidewalks, and Common Areas; 7. Irrigation and Stormwater Treatment; 8. Wildlife-Friendly Transportation Systems; 9. Environmental Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions; 10. Certifying Green Communities; In Summary; Notes; Index
AB; C; D; E; F; G; H; I; J; K; L; M; N; O; P; R; S; T; U; V; W; Y; Z
Written for anyone interested in green development-including policy makers, architects, developers, builders, and homeowners-this practical guide focuses on the central question of how to conserve biodiversity in neighborhoods and to minimize development impacts on surrounding habitats. The Green Leap specifically helps move green development beyond the design stage by thoroughly addressing construction and post-construction issues.Incorporating many real-world examples, Mark Hostetler explains key conservation concepts and techniques, with specific advice for a wide variety
Includes bibliographical references and index.
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Biodiversity conservation.
Biodiversity conservation.
New towns - Environmental aspects.
New towns -- Environmental aspects.
Planned communities - Environmental aspects.
Planned communities -- Environmental aspects.
Urban ecology (Biology).
Planned communities
New towns
Urban ecology (Biology)
Biodiversity conservation
Sociology & Social History
Social Sciences
Communities - Urban Groups