Site Planning & Landscape Architecture Quiz

What does the term 'Density' refer to in the context of site planning?

• The number of families per hectare

• The number of floors in a building

• The number of parking spaces available

• The number of dwelling units per hectare

What is the purpose of zoning regulations in city planning?

• To enforce building height restrictions

• To regulate the type of development

• To control the traffic flow

• To manage the public transportation system

What are some examples of historic factors that need to be considered in site analysis?

• Historic buildings, landmarks, and archeology

• Historic weather patterns and natural disasters

• Historic clothing, food, and music

• Historic transportation systems and infrastructure

According to Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Human Needs, what is the need for affiliation and group membership called?

• Esteem needs

• Safety and security needs

• Belonging needs

• Actualization needs

What is the purpose of creating levels of interaction in activity and communication linkages?

• To encourage social isolation

• To limit access to public spaces

• To discourage public gatherings

• To ensure connectivity and spatial hierarchy

What are some examples of utilities/services that need to be considered in site planning?

• Telephone lines, landscaping services, security systems

• Public transportation, parking facilities, waste management

• Gas supply, internet connection, cable TV

• Sanitary/sewage system, electric power supply, water supply

What are deed restrictions in real estate and how do they impact property use?

• They are limitations on the use of the property and come with the property

• They have no impact on property use

• They are regulations for commercial properties only

• They are temporary restrictions that can be easily changed

What is the purpose of restrictive covenants in residential neighborhoods?

• To regulate tree-cutting and landscaping issues

• To establish road maintenance or amenities fees

• All of the above

• To dictate acceptable paint colors for the exterior of the house

Why is it important to be aware of deed restrictions before making an offer on a property?

• To ensure the property has good resale value

• To avoid getting trapped into a covenant you strongly disagree with

• To speed up the buying process

• To negotiate better terms with the seller

What is the purpose of environmental accommodations and conflicts in social impact assessment?

• To assess the impact of the project on the environment

• To determine the cost of the project

• To analyze the economic benefits for the community

• To evaluate the potential revenue from the project