# Urban Ecology 2.1 Vegetation
# Applies to
All development
# Objective
To encourage and recognise the use of vegetation and landscaping within and around developments
# Summary
The vegetated area is the total area with plantings, including garden beds and turf, but not including hard landscaping elements such as paving or decks, nor bin areas or storage sheds.
Points are awarded where the site is vegetated, as follows:
- >5% site area - 25%
- >10% site area - 50%
- >20% site area - 75%
- >30% site area - 100%
# Documentation & evidence required
- Plans showing vegetated areas.