5.3201.1 Indigenous Shading

Topic: 
Shading
Subtopic: 
Landscaping
Desired Outcome: 
Heat gain and loss reduced through use of indigenous plants
TitleSpecification(s)Objective(s)
5.3201.1a
Plant selection

All plantings intended for shading will be indigenous and drought resistant

Ensure plantings survive in local conditions using a minimum amount of water
5.3201.1b
Size

No planting will be chosen that will grow to a height that would cause damage to the house if it or any part of it fell on the house

Reduce possibility of damage to the house
TitleSpecification(s)Objective(s)
5.3201.1a
Plant selection

All plants intended for shading will be indigenous and drought resistant

Ensure plantings survive in local conditions using a minimum amount of water
5.3201.1b
Plant size

No plant will be chosen that will grow to a height that would cause damage to the home if it or any part of it fell on the home

Reduce possibility of damage to the house