Containing 40% new content, this second edition continues to be the most complete source of site construction standards and data for the design and planning professionals and related academic disciplines. It maintains and enhances its emphasis on promoting environmentally suitable techniques, processes, and materials aimed at mitigating the impact of construction intervention.
This essential and comprehensive Second Edition not only covers the major changes that have occurred in the last decade, it also serves as a framework for future trends. It is fully metric, to meet Federal and International requirements, with expanded coverage of handicapped access and human dimensional standards.
Time-Saver Standards for Landscape Architecture features increased coverage of:
- Site storm water "best management" practices
- New urban tree planting and xeriscape concepts
- Earth retaining structures and pavement design
- Land reclamation, inclusind recreation facilities
- Metric site layout practices, including recreation facilities
- Energy and resource conservation
- Natural processes and site construction procedures
- New expanded construction details
- Simplified construction materials data
In the time honored tradition of Time-Saver Standards, this Second Edition combines the expertise of more than 200 design professionals to create a working resource for all who plan, design, manage, and build human landscapes. Over 50 sections provide concise tables, checklists, "Key Point" text summaries, and illustrations to provide an invaluable information resource.
Contents
- PROCESSES
Construction Documents
Site Construction Operations
- STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES
Spatial Standards
Energy and Resource Conservation
Outdoor Accessibility
Natural Hazards: Earthquakes
Natural Hazards: Landslides and Snow Avalanches
Natural Hazards: Land Subsidence
Natural Hazards: Expansive Soils
- TECHNIQUES
Site Grading
Stormwater Management
Pedestrian Circulation
Bicycle Circulation
Vehicular Circulation
- STRUCTURES
Retaining Walls
Small Dams
Surfacing and Paving
Fences, Screens, and Walls
Wood Decks and Boardwalks
Pedestrian Bridges
- IMPROVEMENTS
Site Furniture and Features
Recreational and Athletic Facilities
Pools and Fountains
Outdoor Lighting
Plants and Planting
- SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Roof and Deck Landscapes
Interior Landscapes
Disturbed Landscapes
Sound Control
- SITE UTILITIES
Water Supply
Sewage Disposal
Recreational Water Bodies
Irrigation
- MATERIALS
Soils and Aggregates
Asphalt
Concrete
Masonry
Wood
Metals
Plastics and Glass
Geotextiles
- DETAILS AND DEVISES
Appendix
Index
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