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** Soil characterization
 
** Soil characterization
 
** Groundwater levels
 
** Groundwater levels
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==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.  
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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.  
    
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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:
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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.)
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** 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
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