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| Reflects the geologic forces and atural patterns that shape the landscaoe by repeating similar landforms and physiographic structure. Intent to minimize the amount of regrading necessary in order to preserve the existing landscape character or restore character |
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| grading creating uniform slopes and forms, geometric shapes; appropriate where the impact is human- dominated |
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| Landscape with abstract forms, fewer harder lines; fluid forms relating to nature but not formed by nature |
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| most common type of grading; abstract landforms are used to represent or imitate tha natural landscape. The landscape is believed to be a product of natural forces. |
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| influenced by the texture of the surface material and the relationship to surrounding grades |
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| Perception of Elevation change |
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| Rise in grade may provide a feeling of expansiveness, sense of superiority; affect how space is perceived. |
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| Containment, protection, privacy, screening; containment through a visual screening eliminates undesirable views. Enclosure through a berm may provide protection by blocking off an area |
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