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1
Q

Zoning laws will state

A
Site boundaries and restrictions
Any height restrictions.
Land cover %
Architectural patterns
Any restrictions on the allowable uses of the home
2
Q

what is Site analysis and why do we do it

A

Evaluating the site to get a look and feel for the area and to see what you have to work with as well as evaluate what future problems might appear. This starts the devolving process that fits with the character and atmosphere of the site, follow the laws and regulations of the area, but also to find creative ways to make the site your own.

3
Q

what happens during site prep

and when should drainage be installed during prep

A

all tree stumps, debris, timber and vegetation must be removed before foundations can be safely laid. Drainage must be installed during the preparation stage if the ground is waterlogged or if water will naturally drain towards the building.

4
Q

Site clearing and cleaningthis is one of the utmost important parts of the preparation process. Why?
and how is this usually done?

A

. Stumps and roots of trees and vegetation can cause problems with construction and so these must be dug out and cleared. Clearing is usually done with bulldozers, front-end loaders and TLBs.
*Once these are removed, the ground needs to be compacted and hard before construction can begin.

5
Q

types of things to be cleared before building

A

vegetation, trees, soil, unwanted structures and debris.

6
Q

why is clearing the small vegetation and undergrowth off the site usually the first stage of site clearing

A

typically frees up space and room for equipment and labour to clear larger vegetation such as trees

7
Q

Name 5 man made features to look out for when doing Site analysis and data gathering before going to the site

A
Site boundary
Neighbouring Site lines
Entrance locations and types
What is in the area 
Legal restrictions
Pollution
Zoning
8
Q

Name 5 man-made features to look and listen out for when going to the site and doing Site analysis and data gathering

A
Entrance locations and types
Site security
Existing buildings
Derelict or Unfinished Buildings
Existing Electricity lines, Drainage, Telephone lines, Water systems
 Features
Areas to expose/use
Areas to improve
Areas to hide
Neighbouring buildings
Distances
Heights
Uses (Domestic or public)
Noise levels
9
Q

Name 5 Natural features to look and listen out for when going to the site and doing Site analysis and data gathering

A
Typography
Levels
Gradients
Large natural obstructions
Trees and vegetation
Protected species and zones
Root protection areas
Items for removal
Items to maintain
Animals 
Natural sounds
10
Q

Name 5 natural features to look out for when doing Site analysis and data gathering before going to the site

A
Geographic location
What is natural to the area
Sun paths
Wind direction
Rainfall (season and amount)
Type of soil
Past natural disasters
Flooding
Land slides
Altitude
11
Q

5 steps of site preparation

A

Step 1 reconnaissance

  • inspection
  • soil test
  • stormwater assesment
  • pre work documentation
  • planning and scheduels

step 2 site preparation

  • erection of temporary stuctures
  • mark protected species

step 3 clearing and leveling

  • small vegetation removed
  • remove exsisting structures, rock, rubble, foundations
  • clear unwanted vegetation
  • level ground

step 4 setting out

  • set out datum levels and points
  • trench lines should be marked

step 5 permanent works
*civil constuction

12
Q

What happens after the site has been cleared and cleaned

A

the ground needs to be compacted and hard before construction can begin. = levelled