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The Factors That Influence The Development Of Performance Measures In Texas Counties
(Urban & Public Affairs, 2014-03-12)
Over the past few decades, governments have developed performance measurement systems with the objective of improving the quality and effectiveness of services delivered to the public. However, there is scant information ...
Assessing Knowledge About Hydrology Among Landscape Architects In North Texas
(Landscape Architecture, 2014-03-12)
The purpose of this study is to determine the level of knowledge in hydrology a landscape architect needs in professional practice versus the hydrological knowledge, and resulting skill, gained from his or her education. ...
Subsurface Wastewater Treatment Wetlands: Understanding The Barriers To Implementation In The Landscape
(Landscape Architecture, 2014-03-12)
The purpose of this research is to address the barriers to implementation of, the role of landscape architects in, and the potential for acceptance of constructed subsurface flow wastewater treatment wetlands. Landscape ...
Analyzing The Value Of Mixed Use Urban Infill: An Exploratory Analysis On Changes In Property Values And Demographics In Local Initiatives Of Dallas And Fort Worth Texas
(Urban & Public Affairs, 2014-07-14)
Mixed-use infill development has gained national attention as a strategy for revitalization and redevelopment for cities. The strategy is viewed by "Smart Growth" proponents and New Urbanists as a potential solution to ...
The Connections Between Lynch's Four Methods Of Increasing Adaptability And Fort Worth's Urban Villages Program
(2014-09-17)
The purpose of this thesis is to identify the relationship between Lynch's (1981) four methods of increasing adaptability and the planned changes in city form of Fort Worth's Urban Villages program. The four methods of ...
Property Tax Appraisal For Green Buildings: ENERGY STAR Certification In Texas
(Urban & Public Affairs, 2014-07-14)
This study investigates whether tax appraised values of commercial office buildings in major Texas cities are influenced by ENERGY STAR (ES) rating. Per square foot (PSF) tax appraised value of property improvements and ...
Mitigating The Urban Heat Island Through A Targeted Look At Reforestation And Preservation Near Vulnerable Populations: An Applied Suitability Model
(Urban & Public Affairs, 2014-12)
The urban heat island (UHI) is a pervasive phenomenon that affects city dwellers. There are certain populations who are especially vulnerable to its affects. Studies have shown that the urban tree canopy helps to mitigate ...
Zoliborz Vistula River Complex, Warsaw, Poland
(Studio Martin Price, 2014)
**Please note that the full text is embargoed** ABSTRACT: Zoliborz, which translates to "Beautiful Forest" is a 1.5 km long site adjacent to the Vistula River north of downtown Warsaw. It contains 404,700 sq meters, will ...
Great Frontier Performance Facility, Palo Duro Canyon, Amarillo, Texas
(Studio Martin Price, 2014)
**Please note that the full text is embargoed** ABSTRACT: The Great Frontier Performance Facility celebrates Texas under the six flags of France, Spain, Mexico, the Republic of Texas, the Confederacy, and the United States, ...
The Resort House, Steamboat, Colorado
(Studio Martin Price, 2014)
**Please note that the full text is embargoed** ABSTRACT: The Resort House, Eagleridge Ski Resort Housing, Steamboat, Colorado. The ski resort housing creates a sculptural unity of landscape and building with the structure ...