Date
Inquiry
If a project adds significant topography to a previously flat site, can the team use surface area instead of projected, flat, 2-D area to document the amount of native area planted?
Ruling
Yes, this is acceptable since the vegetation maintains its relationship with the soil and provides more valuable habitat area than a flat site. If the surface area method is used, the Total Site Area used in credit calculations must also be based on the surface area rather than the projected area. Applicable internationally.
Internationally Applicable
On
Campus Applicable
Off