Site Selection (Leaving Cert Construction Studies): Flashcards
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3 levels of site evaluation
3 levels of site evaluation
Locality, Plot of land, Building location
Mandatory consultation before site selection
Mandatory consultation before site selection
Area Development Plan
Aspect definition in site selection
Aspect definition in site selection
Direction a site or building faces
Best aspect for sunlight year-round
Best aspect for sunlight year-round
South-facing aspect
Windbreak distance from building (formula)
Windbreak distance from building (formula)
4-7 times the height of trees
Heating cost increase on exposed sites (%)
Heating cost increase on exposed sites (%)
30-50% compared to sheltered locations
Optimal building orientation for solar gain
Optimal building orientation for solar gain
Longest side facing south (within 15°)
Passive solar design technique
Passive solar design technique
Uses overhangs to control seasonal sun
Road access safety requirement
Road access safety requirement
Cannot be positioned on road bends
Purpose of site surveying
Purpose of site surveying
Professional inspection and mapping of chosen area