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The green leap a primer for conserving biodiversity in subdivision development

Title
The green leap [electronic resource] : a primer for conserving biodiversity in subdivision development / Mark E. Hostetler.
Author
Hostetler, Mark E.
Publication
Berkeley : University of California Press, c2012.

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Description
1 online resource (xiv, 197 p.) : ill.
Uniform Title
Green leap (Online)
Alternative Title
Green leap (Online)
Subject
  • Planned communities > Environmental aspects
  • New towns > Environmental aspects
  • Urban ecology (Biology)
  • Biodiversity conservation
Bibliography (note)
  • Includes bibliographical references (p. 173-183) and index.
Access (note)
  • Access restricted to authorized users.
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.
LCCN
2011033762
OCLC
ssj0000611976
Author
Hostetler, Mark E.
Title
The green leap [electronic resource] : a primer for conserving biodiversity in subdivision development / Mark E. Hostetler.
Imprint
Berkeley : University of California Press, c2012.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (p. 173-183) and index.
Access
Access restricted to authorized users.
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Available onsite at NYPL
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