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** Soil characterization
** Soil characterization
** Groundwater levels
** Groundwater levels
==Local bylaws and regulations==
In addition, be sure to know the relevant local bylaws. Some LID features may contravene local regulations. Below are some examples of typical bylaws and their potential impact on LID planning:
In addition, be sure to know the relevant local bylaws. Some LID features may contravene local regulations. Below are some examples of typical bylaws and their potential impact on LID planning:
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Can preclude the some LID practices, such as bioretention facilities designed be both low-lying and including ‘shallow’ surface ponding. Such bylaws can also prohibit other BMPS which rely on naturalizing landscapes.
Can preclude the some LID practices, such as bioretention facilities designed be both low-lying and including ‘shallow’ surface ponding. Such bylaws can also prohibit other BMPs which rely on naturalizing landscapes.
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==Field Reconnaissance==
After concluding a desktop analysis, visiting the neighbourhood in question for field reconnaissance may be ideal. Be sure to look for:
After concluding a desktop analysis, visiting the neighbourhood in question for field reconnaissance may be ideal. Be sure to look for:
** % of property coverage by house
** % of property coverage by house
** Driveway sizes
** Driveway sizes
** Drivway types (% of asphalt, gravel, block pavers, etc.)
** Driveway types (% of asphalt, gravel, block pavers, etc.)
** % of property covered by turf
** % of property covered by turf
** % of property covered by alternative landscaping
** % of property covered by alternative landscaping