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shared by Svitol Naos on 14 Feb 12 - No Cached

shared by Svitol Naos on 08 May 12 - No Cached

The building must be thought of as a part of the ecosystem in which it is to be built.  Design decisions must take into account the characteristics and needs of each component of this ecosystem and must not compromise the delicate balance of soil, air, water, vegetation, and animal life. 
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One important factor that must be taken into consideration is the climate of the region.  This factor has implications for site orientation, passive solar heating, building insulation, glazing, lighting
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and indoor air quality.
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Decisions about the size and footprint of the building, the provision and location of the parking lot, and placement and composition of access roads should strive to minimize any further clearing of the surrounding vegetation.  The emission of harmful substances into the environment, both during and after construction, will also have deleterious effects on the landscape and wildlife, and must be considered during all phases of the project.
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shared by Svitol Naos on 05 Mar 12 - No Cached

The system of pipes that carries water and waste to a sewer line or septic tank is call the drain-waste-vent
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system
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All drain and waste lines slope slightly dow
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As the name implies, it has three components: Drain lines collect water from sinks, showers, and tubs; waste lines carry waste from toilets
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nward from the fixture toward the sewer or septic system. Water and wastes are carried by gravity.
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All waste lines should have cleanouts at easily accessible locations
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