Elements and Performance Criteria
- Assess requirements for sustainable land use
- Client is consulted to establish a brief for the design.
- Legislative and regulatory requirements are researched, identified and documented in the improvement plan.
- Specific requirements for sustainability are identified from the brief, business plan and management plan or policy documentation.
- The land area is assessed for biophysical factors, biodiversity, historical and cultural attributes, services, site modifications and threats to sustainability.
- Environmental implications of the planned works are identified and, if necessary, reported to relevant personnel for further research and recommendations.
- Prepare an integrated design to improve land use
- Concept plan for improvement is developed that reflects client preferences and requirements and takes into account heritage issues, site factors and any identified environmental requirements and presented to the client/land owner for discussion and approval.
- Other professionals are consulted to assist in research and planning of works in areas of technical expertise, energy efficiency and use, current technologies and legislative and enterprise requirements.
- Design considerations for products, materials and finishes are efficient, low risk and cyclic and are confirmed available from local sources.
- Resources, products, equipment and machinery required for the works are evaluated for their impact on the sustainable use of the site.
- Plants and soils are selected for their integrated roles for the designed outcomes in the specific site conditions, system of irrigation and environmental parameters.
- Environmental conditions are reviewed for a functional analysis of the site and the planned design.
- Detailed plan or design, specifications and quotation are prepared and are presented to the client/land owner for acceptance.
- Plan the implementation into the design
- Staged implementation and development are outlined with appropriate access for future works.
- Timelines for development are incorporated taking into account the needs of the implementation plan and principles of sustainability.
- Schedules for planting and post-planting care are determined in accordance with the requirements of the plant species and cultivars, site conditions, and any other planning requirements.
- Protection of water resources, riparian zones, specified trees and existing vegetation are integrated into the design plan.
- Chemical, non-chemical, amelioration application and waste disposal procedures and processes are reviewed to select designs of minimal environmental consequence and minimise potential contamination of soils and ground water.
- Implementation outline is reviewed for integration of approach to land and water management.
- Audit the implementation for sustainability of use
- All work materials, waste and debris from site works have low risk and energy efficient disposal methods.
- Soil and ground water quality are sampled and tested and recommendations implemented.
- Soil conservation measures and erosion sediment controls are confirmed.
- Protection measures for specified trees, protected fauna and areas and objects of cultural significance are verified.
- Biodiversity, heritage and cultural attributes, soil and water quality are maintained or improved.
- Client is informed and provided with a report according to the brief or contractual requirements.