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

Answer

Section 6(f) permanently protects LWCF-funded park areas from conversion to non-recreation purposes unless equal replacement land is provided.

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

Answer

ADAAG limits accessible route running slopes to a maximum of 1:20 (5%) to ensure wheelchair users and others can navigate them independently.

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

Answer

ADA transition plans document existing barriers and establish a timeline and priorities for bringing facilities into compliance.

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

Answer

CPTED uses physical design elements — open sightlines, good lighting, and programming that brings people — to reduce opportunities for crime.

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

Answer

Design-build contracts a single firm responsible for both designing and constructing the project, often reducing time and cost through integrated teamwork.

CPRE - Certified Park and Recreation Executive Practice Test

CPRE - Certified Park and Recreation Executive Practice Test

CPRE Planning and Design 3