Planning and Design Flashcards

Which land use planning tool designates areas for parks and open space in a community?

Answer: Comprehensive plan (general plan)

A comprehensive plan is the primary land use planning document that designates parks, open space, and recreation areas as part of the community's long-range development framework.

What does the SCORP (Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan) guide?

Answer: State outdoor recreation priorities and federal Land and Water Conservation Fund grants

The SCORP is a required planning document that identifies statewide outdoor recreation needs and priorities and is necessary for states to receive federal LWCF funding.

Which park design principle ensures that facilities are accessible to all users regardless of ability?

Answer: Universal design

Universal design creates environments that are usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible, without adaptation or specialized design.

What is the primary purpose of a site analysis in park planning?

Answer: To evaluate the physical, environmental, and contextual characteristics of a potential park site

A site analysis examines topography, soils, vegetation, hydrology, climate, adjacent uses, and other factors that will influence how a site can be developed.

Which park classification typically includes sports complexes, aquatic centers, and major community facilities?

Answer: Community park

Community parks serve a larger catchment area (1-2 miles) and include major facilities like sports complexes, community centers, and aquatic facilities.

What is the role of a master plan in park and facility design?

Answer: To provide a long-range vision and phased implementation framework for a park or facility

A park or facility master plan establishes the long-range vision, program elements, spatial organization, and phased implementation framework for development.