Landscaping & Open Space
What does NOT need to be removed from around structures to help reduce wildfire risk?
A. All trees B. Dead and dying vegetation C. All grass D. Outdoor furniture
C. All grass
During the summer season, during what hours can landscaping be watered?
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 a.m.
What percentage of an Affordable Master Planned Development must be Open Space?
20%
Can property owners utilize Utah State Historic Preservation Office and Federal tax credit funding in addition to the City’s Historic District Grant matching grant?
Yes! More information can be found on the Park City Historic District Grant Program webpage: parkcity.gov/historic-district-grant
What is Material Deconstruction?
The removal of Historic material (when an addition to a Historic Structure necessitates removal of Historic material to attach the transitional element; when modifications to Historic features are proposed; when Historic materials require replacing)
How many ignition zones are there in the Wildland-Urban Interface?
Three
What are two of the options for Landfill Diversion?
Deconstructing versus demolition; recycling existing building materials; reusing building materials or purchasing secondary materials to use
A severely cost-burdened household is one where more than 50% of income is spent on housing. What percent of Park City’s full-time households are cost-burdened? A. 5% B. 15% C. 50%
B. 15%
What is the maximum percentage of project costs the City will match as part of a grant award?
Up to 50% of total project cost
What are two of the core principles used for review and approval of Material Deconstruction?
Restoration; Rehabilitation; Preservation; Historic Integrity
What is the distance of the Intermediate Ignition Zone?
5-30 feet
What are the three criteria for Zero Emissions Buildings?
Ultra energy efficient, all-electric; no on-site combustion; powered by renewable energy
Which is currently NOT an incentive offered for an Affordable Master Planned Development project?
A. Reduced Setbacks B. Additional Building Height C. Reduced Façade Variation D. Reduced Required Open Space
C. Reduced Façade Variation
What are three types of work or projects that are eligible for grant funding through the City’s Historic District Grant Program?
Repair or replace roof; Repair or replace foundation; Upgrade mechanical equipment; Electrical upgrades; Upgrade insulation; Painting exterior; Repairing, restoring or replacing windows and doors; Repair or replace historic exterior features; Reconstructing Historic porches; Repointing masonry, including for Historic retaining walls; Lead, asbestos and mold abatement
Under what conditions can Historic Materials be replaced?
When they are deteriorated beyond the point of repair and have approval from the Planning Department or the Historic Preservation Board
What is phytoremediation?
Plants that can process toxic soils
What is a Stretch Code?
In Utah, a voluntary code wherein building standards, beyond the bare minimum state energy code regulations, are met to achieve higher energy savings
What other mountain town allows single-room occupancy or dormitory-style seasonal housing?
Aspen, CO; Winter Park, CO; Telluride, CO; South Lake Tahoe, CA
What is required for grant requests of $10,000 or more?
A. A detailed breakdown of estimated costs B. Two competitive bids or quotes for the scope of work C. Historic Preservation Board Approval D. All of the above
D. All of the above
What are two of the three required submittals for Lifting a Historic Structure?
Scaled as-built drawings; Engineer’s report; Maintenance and reporting plan