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What are some sustainable strategies applicable to the design and construction of parking structures?* • Preliminary planning to locate the facility near mass transit. • Reduction of power consumption through the use of Photocell receptors, timers, computerized controllers and/or dimmers. • Preferred parking for those utilizing carpool & vanpools. • Priority parking for low-emitting and fuel-efficient vehicles. • Recharging stations for electric vehicles. • Inclusion of bicycle storage areas and conditioned shower and changing rooms. • Working with a civil engineer to document strategies that prevent construction activity pollution. • Use screening to limit the amount of light pollution on the surrounding area and development. • Implementation of a rainwater recycling system. • Installation of renewable energy technology, including but not limited to solar photovoltaic, wind power, bio-fuels, co-generation, and hydrogen fuel cells. • Use of regional materials. • Development and implementation of a waste management plan. • Use of salvaged, refurbished or reused materials. • Use materials with recycled content. • Dedication of areas to the storage of non-hazardous materials for recycling. • Dedication of areas to the storage and collection of recyclable materials.   
* Federal, State, and Local codes govern most of these requirements and should be thoroughly investigated. Data presented herein should be considered guidelines only. For more specific information, please contact TimHaahs via email at info@TimHaahs.com |