CPRE Planning and Design 3

Question 1

Section 6(f) of the Land and Water Conservation Fund Act restricts park agencies from:

Accepted Answer

Converting LWCF-assisted parkland to non-recreation uses without replacement land

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Charging fees at federally funded parks

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Applying for additional federal grants within 5 years

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Constructing buildings on natural surface areas

Question 2

Which design standard governs the slope of accessible routes in a park, such as paths leading to facilities?

Accepted Answer

ADA Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) running slope maximum of 1:20

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OSHA slope gradient rule

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NRPA trail difficulty rating

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ASTM F1292 fall zone standard

Question 3

A park agency's transition plan under the ADA Accessibility Guidelines is intended to:

Accepted Answer

Identify and schedule removal of barriers in existing facilities over time

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Schedule employee training rotations

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Plan seasonal program transitions

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Outline emergency evacuation procedures

Question 4

Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles applied in parks focus on:

Accepted Answer

Designing spaces to naturally deter criminal activity through sightlines, lighting, and activity

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Installing surveillance cameras at all entrances

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Hiring private security for every park

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Fencing all park perimeters

Question 5

A park agency using a design-build project delivery method means:

Accepted Answer

Design and construction services are contracted to a single entity

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The agency designs the facility in-house and builds it with volunteer labor

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The project is built first and designed later

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Construction bids are opened before design is complete

Question 6

When determining the size of a new park, a planner should primarily consider:

Accepted Answer

Population to be served, program needs, and surrounding land use

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Available construction equipment

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Number of staff currently employed

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The agency's insurance deductible