CEMP-ET
TI 804-01
1 July 1998
The interdisciplinary team should be identified at the beginning of the planning process so that
its expertise can be applied from the outset. The membership of the team and the team leader
will be determined by the functional requirements of the project. There are typically four major
components of a planning and design team: landscape architecture, land planning, civil
engineering, and architecture. The landscape architect may take the lead role because of the
expertise required in area and site planning. Other professionals such as mechanical and
electrical engineers, hydrologists, geologists, and historic preservationists may be included in
the planning process as warranted by specific conditions. Intended users and other citizens
should also be involved throughout the process. User input is critical to the success of the
plan.
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