Conservation Subdivisions series

Conservation Subdivision: Construction Phase—Dark-sky Lighting

Mark Hostetler

Conservation Subdivision: Design Phase—Location of Conserved Open Spaces

Mark Hostetler

Conservation Subdivision: Design Phase—Wetland Considerations

Mark Hostetler

Conservation Subdivision: Post-construction Phase—Engaging Residents

Daniel Feinberg and Mark Hostetler

Conservation Subdivision: Construction Phase—Native Landscaping Palette

Mark Hostetler and Martin B. Main

Conservation Subdivision: Construction Phase—Low Impact Development (LID) and Stormwater Treatment

Daniel Penniman, Mark Hostetler, and Glenn Acomb

Conservation Subdivision: Design Phase—Wildlife-friendly Transportation Network

Mark Hostetler and Michael Moulton

Conservation Subdivision: Post-construction Phase—Policy Directions and the Importance of Assessing Stakeholder Opinions

Daniel Feinberg and Mark Hostetler

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Informed community decision-making

Conservation Subdivision: Construction Phase—Protecting Trees and Conserved Natural Areas

Mark Hostetler and Glenn Acomb

Conservation Subdivision: Design Phase—Patch Size and Shape of Conserved Open Spaces

Mark Hostetler and Hal Knowles III

Conservation Subdivision: Post-Construction Phase—Creating Signs to Educate Residents

Mark Hostetler

Conservation Subdivision: Post-construction Phase—Urban Trees Can Reduce Household Carbon Footprint

Richard Vaughn, Mark Hostetler, and Francisco Escobedo

During the post-construction phase, the conservation and planting of native trees in individual yards and open spaces can reduce household and neighborhood carbon footprints. This 5-page fact sheet discusses the importance of urban trees and their role in mitigating for climate change by avoiding carbon emissions and removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.