Final2 Flashcards
Objective of BMP
maintain environmental values during land development
Duration of BMP with respect to the project
entire lifecycle including end of life
Ex. of things addressed by BMPs
- climate change
- air quality
- storm water management
- erosion
- pollution
- noise
Ecological footprint
Amount of resources need to supply goods and services
Is BMP mandatory
- no, it’s a guideline
- but helps to use
3 parties of concern for heritage sites
- BC
- Aboriginal ppl
- Local communities
What act pertains to heritage and archaeological sites?
BC Heritage Conservation Act
Regardless of:
- public/private land
- currently designated/unknown
Automatic protection requirements
Human activity before 1846
Penalty for heritage disturbance
2yrs
$1,000,000
AOA?
Archaeological Overview Assessment
Noise control measures
- remove source
- remove/protect receptor
Consultation requirements
City usually require consultation
Air quality measures
- Minimize traffic
- Material selection
- Set back from roads
Air quality measures during construction
- Equip. maintenance/selection
- Dust control
- Secure loads on truck
Ecosystem preservation measures
- Provide buffer zone
- Assess area