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Orientation
of Lot
To Sun
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Narrowness
Along East-West Axis Can Limit Cooling Energy-Efficiency |
Least
Amount of Area Facing the Sun is Best |
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Trees
are Cool
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Deciduous
on
South, West |
Shade
in Summer
Allows Sun in Winter |
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Shrubs,
Evergreens North |
Winter Windbreak
Habitat, Water, Value
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Look
for Reflections
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Pond,
Road, Drive, Other Houses |
Heat Gains |
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Wind
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Summer--South,
SE |
Allow/Concentrate |
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Winter--North,
NW |
Block/Divert |
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Air
Flow on Hill
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Mid-Upper
Slope is ideal |
Avoid
Top & Bottom |
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