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elevation change [1 record]

Record 1 1990-11-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • Site Development
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walls may be incorporated into a site development as part of an elevation change ....

CONT

At the site scale, landform may encompass ... elevation changes via steps and ramps ....

CONT

... planters may ... help create or hide level changes ....

CONT

Lights should be placed at intersections, crosswalks and grade changes ....

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... ramps are recommended to overcome grade changes at curbs and building entrances.

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In general, parking areas should be screened from driveways and private spaces; this can be accomplished by making use of earth berms, vegetation, changes in grade, walls and fences.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Aménagement du terrain
CONT

Les circulations ... peuvent nécessiter des escaliers pour faire face à des changements de niveau.

Spanish

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