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EPA
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Document describing correct construction of swales, designed to trap particulate pollutants (suspended solids and trace metals), promote infiltration, and reduce the flow velocity of storm water runoff.
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NFPA
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An NFPA standards document that provides minimum requirements for the design, construction, installation, and maintenance of tanks and accessory equipment that supply water for private fire protection.
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NFPA
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An NFPA Standard that identifies a method for determining the minimum water supply necessary for structural fire-fighting purposes in areas where it has been determined that there is no water or inadequate water for fire fighting.
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Jackson Township,
Ohio
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Factsheet describing steps builders should take to reduce erosion and control sediment on construction sites during home construction.
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Guide describing how to correctly slope solid surfaces outside a home so rainwater flows away from the home.
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NFPA
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Articles, research, case studies, and more outlining considerations for planning and installation of a fire-protection system.
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Santa Cruz County CDI
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Report describing construction site erosion and sediment control practices recommended and required by a county planning department.
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MHFD
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Guidance documents describing Erosion Control Blankets (ECBs) use as a construction material that provides temporary cover and support for establishing vegetation on bare soil. ECB holds topsoil and seed (typically grass) in place to minimize erosion during germination of seed.
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Guide describing how to properly grade a site so water will flow away from the foundation.
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Information guide describing constructed flood protection measures to minimize damage and increase structural resilience during a flood.
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Guide describing methods for short-term control of erosion during construction and long-term measures for controlling erosion on sloped sites or sites with river banks or shore lines.
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Guide describing the use of swales, French drains, and site grading to minimize saturation of foundations and ponding of stormwater runoff on sites.
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Overview guide describing wildfire risks and construction strategies to increase the wildfire resistance of homes located in wildland urban interface areas.
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Guide describing how to properly construct decks and other building attachments to be resistant to ignition in the event of a wildfire.
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Information guide describing defensible space, fire-resistant materials, and other features to include when designing a home for wildfire resistance.