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	respect existing wetlands: work with local conservation commissions, locate new projects outside of 100'-0" setback from wetlands if possible, do not develop within flood plain or use special details for flood resistance
	reuse already-disturbed land: use sites with buildings already on them, reuse existing footprint of disturbed area, reuse existing concrete foundations, footings and walls, where possible
	link to public transportation infrastructure: provide connection to existing bike trail networks, develop near village centers, connect to bus & ferry routes
	restore open spaces: condense new projects on site to allow greater open spaces for natural habitats including plants and animals, preserve as many existing mature trees as possible
	landscape with native species: utilize landscaping that enhances the local site, remove invasive species, use species that require low water
	manage stormwater runoff: utilize pervious paving whenever possible, create green roofs, drain all roofs on site and not on hardscape

resources:
	mass. DEP community maps	native plants from Orleans, MA cons. comm.
	cape cod rail trail	green roofs
	ccrta	cape cod national seashore

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