ARE EXAM PREP EXAM 5 - 300 Questions Flashcards
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Define the term Metes and Bounds.
The boundaries of the site described by their relation to True North. Also states the measurements and legal boundaries of the site.
What term would describe an industrial factory built in 1920 that is currently zoned for residential?
Non-conforming Use
What site would be best suited for a mat slab or pile foundation?
A site with a high water table.
Define meridians.
Longitudinal lines running North – South.
Define Microclimate.
Refers to the specific local conditions of the site.
Which wall and floor material will provide the most passive heat during the winter?
Concrete near south facing windows
Define Urban Renewal.
Federally funded programs, these are a type of Planned Unit Development involving rehabilitating an existing (often urban) property.
What is an Arterial street?
Also known as highways, they are continuous channels that connect with freeways (at the exits).
When would a pile or caisson foundation be necessary?
The site has soils with poor bearing capacity.
When considering contour lines on the site, in what direction should the building footprint be placed?
Parallel to the contour lines.
What is the best use for graywater in a building?
Irrigation and toilet water.
Describe a building exit as defined by the building code.
A door that directly leads to a stair or outdoor area.
What is humus?
Soft soil which is comprised of decomposed organic matter.
Define azimuth.
The angle between the sun and the horizon.
What happens during the Entitlement Phase?
Design documents are reviewed for approval
What are the downsides to creating a monoculture?
A monoculture is described as having only one type of building, which creates dull and predictable communities without any mix of uses.
When and why was the first zoning code introduced?
1916; to address the need for access to sunlight and air around tall buildings.
What is the primary reason for landscape design?
To create areas of circulation and comfort.
How does a variance affect the zoning code applicable to a particular site?
A variance is a request to deviate from some of the requirements of zoning (maximum height, minimum setbacks, etc.), because complying with these requirements would create financial hardship or practical construction challenges.
In zoning terms, what is the purpose of building setbacks?
To allow access to light and air
What is a spread footing foundation?
A Spread Footing distributes the weight of the building directly to the soil.
What does the term “non-conforming use” mean in relation to the design of a site?
The site contains a building or structure built prior to the current zoning code and may remain in use.
Describe the comparison method of land valuation.
Compares nearby properties that have sold recently
Which exterior material will be most susceptible to deterioration from the elements?
Wood fencing