Category:Site planning

Site planning is a vital component of any type of building activity and is the first step in efficient utilization of resources available on the site. Site planning for sustainable development focuses on environmentally sound practices through proper zoning of buildings and landscape design. Environmental sustainability includes such issues as protection of existing vegetation on the building site, site disturbances and resource utilization (availability of natural light and ventilation) all of which can be addressed by proper site planning. Site planning is the preliminary step in ensuring efficient habitat design. Sustainable site planning ensures that there is minimum site disturbance, adequate protection and that conservation measures for soil and water are taken. It also ensures that maximum site energy is harnessed, and inter site and intra site transportation is optimized. Water and energy requirements outside the building premises but on the site including water requirements for landscaping, energy required for site lighting play a major role in sustainable site planning.