The green leap : a primer for conserving biodiversity in subdivision development / Mark E. Hostetler.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Hostetler, Mark E.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Planned communities--Environmental aspects.

Planned communities.

New towns--Environmental aspects.

New towns.

Urban ecology (Biology).

Biodiversity conservation.

Physical Description:

xiv, 197 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm

Place of Publication:

Berkeley : University of California Press, [2012]

Summary:

Written for anyone interested in green development-including policy makers, architects, developers, builders, and homeowners-this practical guide focuses on the central question of how to conserve biodiversity in neighborhoods. The Green Leap specifically helps move green development beyond the design stage by thoroughly addressing construction and postconstruction issues. Incorporating many real-world examples, Mark Hostetler explains critical techniques and concepts of conservation. He outlines the key players and principles needed to establish biodiverse communities and illustrates eight key design and management strategies. The Green Leap offers essential information for constructing new developments and also shows how existing communities can retrofit homes, yards, and neighborhoods! Book jacket.

Contents:

Key principles and players

Why build biodiverse communities?

Urban decision makers

The devil is in the details

Tree protection and natural area preservation strategies

Improving community engagement and understanding

Landscaping and individual lots

Trails, sidewalks, and common areas

Irrigation and stormwater treatment

Wildlife-friendly transportation systems

Environmental covenants, conditions, and restrictions

Certifying green communities.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 173-183) and index.

ISBN:

9780520271104

0520271106

9780520271111

0520271114

OCLC:

748290776