19 Questions
What is the purpose of a Site Development Plan?
To outline and measure the proposed building and its placement on the property
What does 'lot' refer to in the context of site development?
A piece of ground land of specific size
What is the meaning of 'zoning' in site development?
The legal restriction on size, location, and type of structure to be built on a designated area
What do zoning laws aim to achieve?
To prevent interference between different areas of a community
What do building codes set standards for within a community?
Structural design
In the National Building Code, what is the minimum height requirement for the floor plan of a one-story wooden or frame house from the ground?
$1.50 m$
What does the location of the proposed house on the lot help determine?
The locations of the rooms and the house itself on the lot
When are the likes and dislikes of the family usually considered in site development?
When the family can afford to pay for architectural services
What are property lines in site development?
The lines working outside of the lot area
What is a subdivision in the context of site development?
A large tract of land being developed
What is the definition of a corner lot?
A lot with at least two adjacent sides meeting on a corner of two streets
Why is limitation of lot occupancy important according to the building ordinance?
To secure natural light and ventilation, and for better fire protection
What are the limits of lot occupancy for non-domestic buildings on an inside lot?
90%
What is not included in the measurement of lot occupancy?
Courts, yards, and light wells
What are the units of measurement for one minute in a full circle protractor?
60 seconds
What is the purpose of using a protractor in lot plotting?
To determine the angles for laying out the lot
What is the measurement reference level for lot occupancy?
First floor level
What is the percentage limit for domestic buildings on a corner lot?
$90 ext{%}$
What does a through lot mean?
$2$ sides of a lot having frontage on public streets or highways
Study Notes
Site Development Plan
- A Site Development Plan outlines the process of developing a site, including planning, design, and construction.
Key Terms
- A 'lot' refers to a plot of land for building or development.
Zoning
- Zoning refers to the regulation of land use, dividing an area into zones for specific uses such as residential, commercial, or industrial.
- Zoning laws aim to achieve organized growth, protect property values, and ensure compatible land uses.
Building Codes
- Building codes set standards for the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings to ensure safety and accessibility within a community.
- The National Building Code requires a minimum height of 7 feet 6 inches from the ground to the ceiling for a one-story wooden or frame house.
Lot and Property Considerations
- The location of a proposed house on a lot determines the positioning and orientation of the building.
- Family preferences are usually considered during the site development process.
- Property lines define the boundaries of a lot.
- A subdivision is a division of a larger area of land into smaller plots or lots.
- A corner lot is a lot located at the intersection of two streets.
- Limitation of lot occupancy is important to prevent overcrowding and ensure access to natural light and ventilation.
- For non-domestic buildings on an inside lot, the limit of lot occupancy is 60%.
- Lot occupancy does not include areas such as courtyards, alcoves, and balconies.
- A protractor is used in lot plotting to measure angles, with 1 minute being 1/60 of a degree in a full circle protractor.
- The measurement reference level for lot occupancy is the finished grade level.
- For domestic buildings on a corner lot, the occupancy limit is 50%.
- A through lot is a lot that spans the entire block, fronting on two parallel streets.
This quiz covers the concept of site development plan, including the outline, measurement, and placement of buildings on a property, the definition of site, lot, and subdivision, and the planning considerations for developing a site.
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