Author: Genesee County (Mich.). Metropolitan Planning CommissionPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : City planning
Languages : en
Pages : 56
Book Description
Open Space, Visual Forms, and Recreation; Study Manual and Design
Author: Genesee County (Mich.). Metropolitan Planning CommissionPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : City planning
Languages : en
Pages : 56
Book Description
National Union Catalog
Author: Conservation Design for Subdivisions
Author: Randall G. ArendtPublisher: Island Press
ISBN: 159726850X
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 209
Book Description
In most communities, land use regulations are based on a limited model that allows for only one end result: the production of more and more suburbia, composed of endless subdivisions and shopping centers, that ultimately covers every bit of countryside with "improvements." Fortunately, sensible alternatives to this approach do exist, and methods of developing land while at the same time conserving natural areas are available. In Conservation Design for Subdivisions, Randall G. Arendt explores better ways of designing new residential developments than we have typically seen in our communities. He presents a practical handbook for residential developers, site designers, local officials, and landowners that explains how to implement new ideas about land-use planning and environmental protection. Abundantly illustrated with site plans (many of them in color), floor plans, photographs, and renditions of houses and landscapes, it describes a series of simple and straightforward techniques that allows for land-conserving development. The author proposes a step-by-step approach to conserving natural areas by rearranging density on each development parcel as it is being planned so that only half (or less) of the buildable land is turned into houselots and streets. Homes are built in a less land-consumptive manner that allows the balance of property to be permanently protected and added to an interconnected network of green spaces and green corridors. Included in the volume are model zoning and subdivision ordinance provisions that can help citizens and local officials implement these innovative design ideas.
U.S. Government Research & Development Reports
Author: U. S. Government Research and Development Reports
Author: U.S. Government Research and Development Reports Index
Author: Publisher:
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Category : Nuclear science abstracts
Languages : en
Pages : 942
Book Description
Parks and Recreation System Planning
Author: David BarthPublisher: Island Press
ISBN: 1610919335
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 298
Book Description
Parks and recreation systems have evolved in remarkable ways over the past two decades. No longer just playgrounds and ballfields, parks and open spaces have become recognized as essential green infrastructure with the potential to contribute to community resiliency and sustainability. To capitalize on this potential, the parks and recreation system planning process must evolve as well. In Parks and Recreation System Planning, David Barth provides a new, step-by-step approach to creating parks systems that generate greater economic, social, and environmental benefits. Barth first advocates that parks and recreation systems should no longer be regarded as isolated facilities, but as elements of an integrated public realm. Each space should be designed to generate multiple community benefits. Next, he presents a new approach for parks and recreation planning that is integrated into community-wide issues. Chapters outline each step—evaluating existing systems, implementing a carefully crafted plan, and more—necessary for creating a successful, adaptable system. Throughout the book, he describes initiatives that are creating more resilient, sustainable, and engaging parks and recreation facilities, drawing from his experience consulting in more than 100 communities across the U.S. Parks and Recreation System Planning meets the critical need to provide an up-to-date, comprehensive approach for planning parks and recreation systems across the country. This is essential reading for every parks and recreation professional, design professional, and public official who wants their community to thrive.
Government Reports Index
Author: Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Government publications
Languages : en
Pages : 976
Book Description
Proceedings of the 2001 Northeastern Recreation Research Symposium, April 1-3, 2001, The Sagamore on Lake George in Bolton Landing, New York
Author: Sharon ToddPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Ecotourism
Languages : en
Pages : 468
Book Description
National Urban Recreation Study
Author: United States. Heritage Conservation and Recreation ServicePublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Open spaces
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description