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Sitework

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Site work is the placement of products, materials, utilities and accessories that go into the land around the house, or on the site that the house is built on. Natural filtration occurs when permeable pavement can be used for driveways or walkways, while xeriscapes offer a viable alternative for attractive exterior space planning without consuming dwindling water resources.

Design & Construction Guides

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Guides for designing and building various types of construction

Custom Home Construction Costs

Finishes for Wood Decks

Innovative Site Utility Installation

Low-Impact Development Design Strategies: An Integrated Design Approach

Paint, Stain, Varnish or Preservative? It’s Your Choice.

Permeable Pavement - ToolBase TechSpecs

Safety Barrier Guidelines for Home Pools

The Rehab Guide, Volume 9: Site Work

Xeriscaping - ToolBase TechSpecs

Questions & Answers

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Frequently asked questions, answered by home building professionals

There is a crack in the new concrete driveway we built. The width of the crack is less than 1/16-inch, but the length is across the driveway. Is this normal?

Where can I find information about cluster development and other development methods?

Online Tools

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Web-based programs that help the home building process

Land Development Technologies Database This centralized database was developed for the land development industry, including local planning departments to consult when researching and considering land development technology solutions

Web Links

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Recommended Web resources for additional information

Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) Information, training and directories for certified stormwater professionals. Includes resources for CPESC (Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control), CPSWQ (Certified Professional in Storm Water Quality), CESSWI (Certified Erosion, Sediment and Storm Water Inspector).

Stormwater USA Training and resources for industry professionals to implement, execute and inspect proper stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs) that minimize the ecological impact associated with construction development.

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