The Sustainable Urban Site Design Manual offers an introduction to more environmentally, economically, and socially responsible urban site design practices for New York City capital projects.
This manual provides practical guidance for sustainable site design in New York City, tailored to the unique environmental challenges of urban development. It covers strategies for vegetation, minimizing site disturbance, water management, and materials use, all aligned with NYC DDC project typologies. The document is intended for architects, consultants, construction managers, and facility personnel involved in NYC capital projects.
The manual addresses climate change, urban heat island effects, combined sewer systems, and other environmental constraints, offering actionable techniques to improve environmental performance while enhancing urban landscapes.
It offers an introduction to more environmentally, economically, and socially responsible urban site design practices for New York City capital projects.
It is addressed to NYC DDC project participants, from City administrators to architects, consultants, construction managers, and facility personnel.
The average annual budget is approximately $500 million.