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| ** Soil characterization | | ** Soil characterization |
| ** Groundwater levels | | ** Groundwater levels |
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| + | ==Local bylaws and regulations== |
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| 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== |
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| 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: |
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| ** % 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 |