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Principle 11: Preventing the formation of heat islands
The new neighbourhood must aim for the highest ecological standards,
particularly with regard to the presence of urban heat islands. To minimize the occurrence of these high temperature zones, the planning of the
area must limit the presence of large paved areas and restrict the use of
materials that absorb heat.
In addition, the planting of many trees, shrubs and vegetation along streets
and trails as well as in public spaces and parking areas would counter the
heat island phenomenon and contribute greatly to the quality of life and
the image of the sector.
Principle 12: Ecological management of stormwater
Aiming for an approach that is sensitive to the demands of a sustainable
environment, the City proposes the integration of urban structures and
facilities that allow a responsible management of stormwater, both in
private and public areas, with a view to preserving natural environments.
The application of principles to retain waters at the source (filtering
gardens, porous materials, collection of run-off waters from roofs, etc.),
reduce impervious surfaces and ensure that protected marshes and rivers
are supplied with water would enable the control of the quantity and quality of run-off waters and reduce their impact on rivers and streams, as well
as on municipal infrastructures.
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Pierrefonds-Ouest: Information document, Novembre 2016