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Sustainable Land Development
SLDI Guiding Principles
Profit (Economic Capital)
Create Value
Eliminate Waste
Profit / Planet
Recognize Interdependence
Planet (Environmental Capital)
Model Nature
Biomimicry
Biophilic Design
Energy Flows
Planet / People
Humans and Nature Co-exist
People (Social Capital)
Accept Responsibility
Quality of Life
People / Profit
Share Knowledge
Sustainable Watersheds
Residential Development
Single-Family Residential Development
Subdivision Development
Multi-Family Residential Development
Commercial Development
Retail Development
Office Development
Industrial Development
Institutional Development
Transportation Systems Development
Recreational Development
Mixed-Use Development
Greenfield Development
Brownfield Development
Infill Development
Due Diligence
Phase 1
Phase 2
Environmental Engineering
Environmental Impact
Geotechnical Engineering
Entitlements
Urban Planning
Regional Planning
Economic Development
Planning Commissions
Zoning Boards
City Councils
Environmental Protection Agency
Department of Natural Resources
Land Surveying
Wetlands Remediation
Biodiversity Preservation
Tree Preservation
Site Planning
Civil Engineering
Site Design
Stormwater Management
Wastewater Management
Fresh Water Distribution
Transportation Design
Structural Engineering
Landscape Architecture
Irrigation Design
Xeriscaping
Retaining Wall Design
Golf Course Design
Architecture
Interior Design
HVAC Design
Electrical Design
Market Analysis
Financial Planning
Public Relations
Real Estate Brokerage
Real Estate Law
Land Use Law
Environmental Law
Construction Management
Project Management
Builder
Excavation Contracting
Erosion Control
Site Amenities
Forestry Management
Aboriculture
Arborist
Capital Gains
Tax Law
Recreation Specialists
Appraisal
Geologist
Sustainable Land Development International
Sustainable Land Development Today
Sustainable Urban Redevelopment
Land Development Breakthroughs
SLDI Preferred Provider Program
SLDI Ethical Standards of Professional Conduct
The State of the Industry - 2008
Smart Growth
New Urbanism
Sprawl
Suburban Growth
United States Green Building Council
LEED Certification
Green Globes
Green Built Home
Florida Green Building Coalition
Florida Green Development Designation
Champion Tree Project International
TreeLink
City Trees
Cradle to Cradle Certification
Congress for the New Urbanism
Urban Land Institute
National Association of Home Builders
National Association of Industrial and Office Properties
International Council of Shopping Centers
Associated Builders and Contractors
Associated General Contractors
National Brownfield Associations
National Association of Realtors
American Planning Association
American Society of Civil Engineers
American Society of Landscape Architects
Audubon International
American Institute of Architects
Worldwatch Institute
Earth Policy Institute
People
Quality of Life
Safety
Recreation Opportunities
Food Access
Healthcare Access
Shelter Access
Employment Access
Recreational Access
Cultural Access
Creative Outlet Access
Social Psychology
Connectedness
Eminent Domain
Industry Trust
Reverse Auctions
Bribery
Harrassment
Change Orders
Bid Shopping
Tunnel Vision, Conflict and Insincerity
Automobile Industry Innovation
Cultural Heritage
Biological Heritage
Cultural Enrichment
Respect for Diversity
Democratic Governance
Economic Development
Ecological Stewardship
Population and Society
Globalization and Social Change
Ethics and Professional Practice
Human Geography
The Global Village
Urban Geography
Cultural Geography
Planning for Social Needs
Designing for Social Needs
Emergency Response Plan
ERP – Construction Team
Planet
Clear Cutting
Cookie Cutter Development
Strip Development
Global Warming
Greenhouse Gases
Sun Spots
Climate Change
Acid Oceans
The Weather Makers
An Inconvenient Truth
Ecosystem Destruction
Water Pollution
Overpopulation
Toxic Waste
Ozone Depletion
Smog
Urban Sprawl
Endangered Species
Acid Rain
Conservation
Restoration
Green Building
Building Energy Use
Site Energy Use
Deforestation
Carbon Emissions
Carbon Sequestration
Non-renewable Resources
Renewable Resources
Solar
Photovoltaics
Wind
Geothermal
Hydro-electric
Biomass
Carbon Neutral
Carbon Negative
Air Pollution
Heat Island Effect
Biodiversity
Water Quality
Soil Management
Biochar
Structured Soil
Noise Management
Water Waste
Stormwater Management
Low Impact Development
On-site Storm Inlet Protection
Topsoil Conservation/Reuse
Existing Tree Protection
Wastewater Management
Decentralized Wastewater Systems
Erosion Control
Erosion Prevention
Oceanography
Mercury Levels
Water Tables
Watershed Management
Aquifer Management
Cradle to Cradle
Historic Preservation
Renewable Energy
Refrigerant Management
Building Materials
Construction Waste Management
Daylight
Landscape Restoration
Eco-roofs
Green Roofs
Recycle Materials
Embodied Energy
Pest Management
Turfgrass Management
Life-Cycle Costs
Site Drainage
Impervious Cover
Canopy Coverage
Tree Quality Management
Vegetation Preservation
Vegetation Selection
Vegetation Quality
Habitat Preservation
Habitat Restoration
Water Conservation
Water Reuse
Leach Management
Wind Impacts
Site Selection
Old Growth Forest Preservation
Buffer Zones
Landscape Scale Connectivity
Infrastructure Design
Biomimicry
Biophilic Design
Conservation Planning
Building Siting
Transportation Access
Materials Transport
Site Context
Whole Life Cycle Impact
Natural Landscape Design
Permeable Surfaces
Conservation Development
Poly Pavement
Peak Oil
Overpopulation
The Human Time Scale
Peak Population
Resource Depletion
Fresh Water Supply
The Carbon Cycle
Hydrogen Economy
Meta-Nature
The Shift Scenario
Aboriculture and Urban Forestry
Soil Science
Atmospheric Science
Native Landscapes
Building Systems
Transportation Systems
Natural Energy Flows
Wildlife and the Changing Environment
Ecosystem Management
Natural Resource Law
U.S. Watersheds
Hydrologic Cycle
The Benefits of City Trees
City Trees
Project Tree Development Plan
Optimum Tree Locations
Infrastructure Coordination
Design Implementation and Surface Conditions
Large Canopy Trees
Stormwater Interception, Rate Control, Filtration and Infiltration
Maintenance
Choosing Appropriate Vegetation for Salt-Impacted Roadways
Aquifer Protection
Coastal/Estuarine Waters
EPA Green Power Partnership
Energy Star Appliances
Energy Efficient Appliances
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Microwave
Washing Machine
Dryer
Clothes Hanger
Impacted Stream
Energy Star Qualified Homes - National Builder Option Package
Non-Supporting Stream
Restorable Stream
Sensitive Stream
Urban Lake
Water Supply Reservoir
EPA WaterSense Program
Energy Star Qualified Homes – National Performance Path Requirements
Purchasing Green Power
Benefits and Costs of Green Power
Options for Purchasing Green Power
Steps to Purchasing Green Power
Procuring Renewable Electricity and Renewable Energy Certificates
Planning an On-Site Renewable Generation Project
Capturing the Benefits of Purchasing Green Power
Sustainable Swimming Pools/Spas
Waterfront Considerations
Building Envelope Considerations
Sustainable Home Water Systems
Appliances
Greywater Reuse
Rainwater Harvesting
Sustainable Landscape Water Usage
Sustainable Irrigation System
Sustainable Sites
Native Tree and Plant Preservation
Recycling of Cleared Materials
Erosion Control/Topsoil Preservation
Drainage/Retention
Health
Combustion
Moisture Control
Ventilation
Source Control (Materials)
Cleanability
Universal Design
Indoor Air Quality
Construction Dust
Detached Garage
Continuous Air Barrier
Weather-sealed Door
Garage Exhaust Fan
Ventilated Garage
Radon Mitigation
Exterior Chemical Storage Cabinet
Operable Windows on All Exterior Walls
Pleated Paper Furnace Filters
Furnace-mounted Electronic Air Cleaner
Duct-mounted Electronic Air Cleaner
Furnace-mounted HEPA Filter
Duct-mounted HEPA Filter
Low V.O.C. Mastic Duct Tape
Hydronic Heating System
Exterior-vented Central Vacuum System
Quiet Spot Exhaust Fan
American Lung Association Health House Standards
Automatic Tub/Shower Room Fan Controls
Bath Fans
Fan Dampers
Whole-house Dehumidification System
Free Standing High-capacity Dehumidifier
Non-toxic Cleaners
Washed Stone Under Basement Slab
UV Light in Air Duct
Formaldehyde-free Insulation
Low Formaldehyde Insulation
Encapsulated Batt Insulation
Non-toxic Spray Foam Insulation
Urea Formaldehyde-free Sub-floor and Underlayment Material
Hard Surface Floors
Natural Linoleum Flooring
Natural Material Carpet
Tacked (Not Glued) Carpeting
Natural Material Carpet Padding
Carpet and Rug Institute IAQ Label
Non-toxic Glue in Hardboard Doors
Formaldehyde Free Cabinets, Shelves and Countertops
Low V.O.C. Primers and Paints
Non-toxic Primers and Paints
Water-based, Low V.O.C. Adhesives
Water-based Urethane Finishes on Wood Floors
Water-based Finishes on Woodwork
Plumbing and Air Conservation
Front-loading, Horizontal Axis Clothes Washer
Low-flow Faucets
Low-flow Showerheads
Manifold Plumbing System
PEX Tubing
Composting Toilet
Greywater Recovery System
No Garbage Disposal
No PVC Piping
Single-Showerhead Showers
Low-flow Toilets
Dual-flush Toilets
Passive Hot Water Delivery System
Loop Hot Water Delivery System
Materials
ATHENA “Environmental Impact Estimator”
NIST BEES
Structural Systems
Column and Beam Systems
Living Walls
Foundation Materials
Floor Assembly Materials
Roof Assemblies
Cladding
Sub-Assembly Materials
Partitions/Trim Materials
Finishing Materials
FSC Certified Hardwoods
Mercury Thermostats
Durability of Materials
Waste Management
Patio vs. Deck
Masonry and Stone Salvaging
Locally Produced Materials
Low-toxicity Materials
Recycled Plastic
Recycled Flyash Concrete
Insulating Concrete Forms
Insulating Concrete Foundation Systems
Foundation Drainage
Reusable Foundation Forms
Reusable Foundation Bracing
Damp Proofing
Waterproofing Systems
Frost Protected Shallow Foundation
Prefabricated Insulated Headers
Floor and Roof Truss or “I” joist Systems
Engineered Lumber
Finger-jointed Studs
Optimum Value Engineering (OVE) Advanced Framing Package
Reused Timber
Energy Efficient Exterior Wall System
Panelized Construction
Structural Insulated Panels
Faswell Technology
Autoclaved Aerated Concrete
Natural Earth Materials
Strawbale Homes
Adobe Homes
Local Wood
FSC-Certified Wood
Advanced rim joist insulation
Large Roof Overhangs
Non-sealed Insulating Glazing
Fiber-cement Siding
Wood-composite Siding
Long-life Metal Siding
Recycled-Content
Sheathing
Siding
Facia
Soffit
Trim
Insulation
Roofing Material
Underlayment
Ceramic Tile
Carpet Pad
Carpet
Doors
Countertops
Environ Countertops
Richlite Countertops
Syndecrete countertops
Concrete
Asphalt
Gypboard
Floor tiles
Patio Blocks
Metals
Recycled Materials
Wood Flooring
Paneling
Fixtures and Cabinetry
Thermal Insulation
Asphalt Paving
Concrete
Steel
Large-dimension Structural Lumber (Beams & Posts)
Sheet Metal
Bricks
Doors and Frames
Windows
Natural Cementitious Stucco
Continuous Drainage Plane Behind Siding
Recycled-content Gypsum Drywall
High-Strength ½-inch Drywall
FSC-certified Plywood Sheathing
No Vinyl Siding, Soffit, Facia, Trim or Windows
Primed Siding and Exterior Trim
Factory-finished Wood, Fiber, Cement and Siding
Brick Siding
Stone Siding
Window Flashing
Insulated Sheathing
Blown-in/Sprayed-in Insulation
Natural Insulation
Below-slab Insulation
Exterior Foundation Wall Insulation
Variable Permeance Retarder
Smart Vapor Retarder
Long-life Roofing Material
FSC-certified Roof Decking
FSC-certified Subfloor Material
Bamboo Flooring
Cork Flooring
Salvaged Stone or Masonry Flooring
FSC-certified Wood Flooring
No Vinyl Flooring or Base Trim
Domestically Grown Interior Wood Panel Doors
Finger-jointed Trim
Domestic Hardwood Trim
Regionally-Produced Concrete Countertops
Reused Hardwood Trim, Cabinets and Doors
FSC-certified Hardwood
FSC-certified Finish-Grade Plywood
Wheatboard
Strawboard
Waste Recycling, Reduction and Disposal
Job Site Recycling Plan
Recyclable/Reusable Packaging
Recycle/Reuse Asphalt/Concrete Rubble
Subcontractor Recycling/Reuse Plan Participation
Non-recyclable Hazardous Waste Disposal
Garage Recycling Bins Installed
Built-in Kitchen Recycling Center
Kitchen Scrap Compost Bin
Waste Reduction Tracking and Communication
Construction Wood Debris Grinding
Design for Disassembly, Reuse and Recyclability
Excess Materials Donation
Disassemble Existing Buildings
Disaster Mitigation
Hurricane
Flood
Wildfire
Termites
House Size
Renewable Power Generation
Reconfigurability
Lot Choice
Siting and Land Use
Infill Lot Use
Brownfield Lot Use
Proximity to Bus/Transit Stop and/or Bike Path
Proximity to Shopping/Offices/Retail Outlets
Proximity to School
Proximity to Hospital
Located in New Urban Neighborhood
Located in Prefurban Neighborhood
Located in Low Impact Development
Located in Green Tier Development
Rear/Side Automobile Entry or No Garage
Southerly Located Porch or Deck
Screened Porch
East and South Areas of Lot for Outdoor Use
Existing Serviced Site
Urban Village Site
Prime Farmland Avoidance
Wildlife Corridor Avoidance
Lake, River, Stream, Wetlands Proximity
Flood Plain Elevation Proximity
Undisturbed Steep Slopes
Fences Around Tree Driplines During Construction
NPDES Permitting Program
Erosion Prevention Measures
Structural Erosion Prevention
Top-Soiling
Temporary Seeding and Planting
Permanent Seeding and Planting
Compost Blankets
Erosion Control Blankets and Mats
Soil Binders
Soil Tackifiers
Sodding
Vegetative Buffer Strips
Live Staking
Live Fascines
Brush Wattles
Pole Planting
Hardscape Shading
High Albedo Paving Materials
Green Roof
High Albedo Roof Surfacing
Unobtrusive Exterior Lighting
Stormwater Runoff Control
Minimize Turfgrass
Bird Collision Avoidance
Concrete Surplus Washout
Balance Cuts and Fills
Replant or Donate Removed Trees from Site
Site Disturbance Area
Permeable Pavements
Low Maintenance Grasses
Rainwater Harvesting Systems
Rooftop Runoff Infiltration
Food Garden Land Dedication
Provide Native Landscape Information to Homeowners
Fertilizer Minimization
Pesticide Use Minimization
Drip Irrigation
Irrigation Zoning
Prairie/Wetland Conservation/Restoration
Wildlife Conservation
Home Orientation
Solar Access
Garage Siting
Tree Siting
Insulation
Air Sealing
Windows
Clestory Windows
Heating
Air Conditioning
Ductwork
House Fans
Heat Recovery Ventilator
Geothermal Heat Pump
Zoned HVAC System
Whole House Electricity Monitoring System
Fireplace
Water Heater
Tankless Water Heater
Water Heater Heat Pump
Drain Water Heat Recovery Unit
Solar Hot Water Heating System
Wall Colors
Energy Star Light Fixtures
Energy Star Flourescent Light Bulbs
Halogen Light Bulbs
Incandescent Light Bulbs
Dimmers
Timers
Motion Detectors
Can Lights
Solar Tubes
Solar Outdoor Lighting
Passive Solar Heating Design
Passive Cooling Design
Storage Tanks
Vibration Control
Builder Operations
Market Sustainable Development Activities
Conduct Homebuyer Orientation
Educate REALTORS/Sales Staff
Document Guaranteed Energy Bill Savings
Keep Employees Educated
Develop a Sustainability Team Approach
Renewable Energy Programs
ISO 14001 Certification
Life Cycle Assessment
Space Efficiency
Minimize Above Ground Finished Space
Small Lot Size
Accessory Dwelling Units
Reconfigurable Space
Incremental Design Techniques
Finished Basement
Finished Attic
Over-Garage Bonus Room
Co-Housing Development
Multi-family Housing Development
Common Indoor Spaces
Common Driveways
Project Management
Integrated Design
Certified Sustainable Development Leadership
Project Initiation Collaborative Sessions
Documentation/Minutes of Collaborative Sessions
Measurable Sustainability Performance Goals
Life Expectancy
Specify Certified Environmentally Friendly Products/Materials
Independent Commishioning Authority
Documented Design Intent
Documented Operational Performance Requirements
Documented Commishioning Requirements
Documented Commishioning Plan
Testing and Balancing Report for Buildings < 10,000 sq. ft.
Re-commishioning Manual
Purchasing Policy
Environmental Choice Program
Energy
EPA Target Finder
Energy Modeling
Massing
Orientation
Wind Mitigating Measures
Orientation of Entrances
Downdraft Canopies
ASHRAE Standard 55-2004 criteria
Daylighting
ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2004, Advanced Energy Design Guid Aperture Value
Visual Light Transmission
Light Shelves
Atria Skylights
North-facing Clerestories
Window Glazing
Building Envelope
Thermal Resistance
ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2004
Fenestration System
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient
Stack Effect
Energy Sub-metering
Lighting Control Zones
HVAC Controls
Building Automation Systems
Automated Natural Ventilation Control
Vertical Transport Features
Energy Efficient Systems
Lighting Power Densities
Lighting System Efficiency
Electronic Ballasts
Task Lighting
Cooling Equipment Efficiency
HVAC System Efficiency
Multiple Compressors
Modular Boilers
Heating Equipment Efficiency
Thermal Efficiency
Heat Pump Efficiency
Thermal Zones
Duct Distribution System Efficiency
Diffusers and Registers
Flexible Ductwork
Sealed Ductwork
Insulated Ductwork
NEMA Premium Efficiency Motor Guidelines
Renewable Energy
Energy Efficient Transportation
Proximity to Public Transit
Preferred Parking for Car/Van Pooling
Weather Shelter for Mass Transit Waiting
Secure Bicycle Storage with Fixed Mountings
Showers/Changing Facilities
Uplighting
Water Consumption
Energy Policy Act of 1992
Low Flow Water Fixtures
Waterless Urinals
Sub-metering
Wet Cooling Towers
Irrigation
Commercial Kitchens
Commercial Laundries
Commercial Laboratories
Sports Facilities
DHW Boilers
Wet Cooling Towers
Water Recycling
Automatic Control
Conductivity Probes
Automated Blowdown Systems
Delimiters
Water Data Loggers
Irrigation System Avoidance
Recycled Water Irrigation Systems
Low-volume, Low-angle Sprinklers
Drip Irrigation
Sub-surface Irrigation
Programmable Watering Control
Moisture Sensors
Low Maintenance Plantings
Off-site Water Treatment Avoidance
Greywater Collection, Treatment and Distribution Systems
On-site Wastewater Treatment Systems
Composting
Existing Building Façade Integration
Existing Building Structures Reuse
Rain Penetration Control
Groundwater Entry Control
Slope
Damp Proofing Membrane
Weeping Tiles
Drainage along Foundations
Profit
Size of U.S. Land Development Industry
Size of Worldwide Land Development Industry
U.S. Publicly Traded Land Development Companies
Interoperability
CAD Technology
Data Flow
Productivity
Innovation
Economic Growth
Budgeting Control
Scheduling Control
Project Management Process
Charrettes
Customer Value
Project Finance
Project Tax Considerations
Project Economics
Project Leadership
Holistic Approaches
Team Building
NIMBYism
Build-Out Analysis
Incentive Zoning
Performance Zoning
Mixed-Use Zoning
Cluster Development
Designated Growth Zones
Floating Zones
Transfer of Development Rights
Low Income Housing Tax Credits
New Markets Tax Credits
Non-point Source Pollution Trading
Carbon Credits
Capital Cost Maximization
Operating Cost Minimization
Marketing Effectiveness
Valuation Premiums
Absorption Rates
Streamlined Approvals
Project Differentiation
Risk Management
Health and Productivity
Cooperative
308B Cooperative
Real Property Analysis
Financial Management
Economics
Real Property Valuation
Positioning Promotion and Sales
Construction Practices
Project Leadership
The Entitlements Process
Political Effectiveness
Excellence in Budgeting
Excellence in Cost Estimating
Excellence in Scheduling
Excellence in Due Diligence
Effective Networking
Public Speaking
GIS Applications
Aerial Photographs
Computer Visualization and Animation
Negotiations
The "Environmental Opposition"
Public/Private Partnerships
Global Markets
Eco-tourism
Equator Principles
