Definitions and FAQ

Landscaping Definitions:

• Architectural Guidelines: Rules and standards set by developers or municipalities to ensure consistency in building and landscaping designs within a neighborhood or community.
• Artificial Turf: Synthetic grass used as an alternative to natural sod, offering a low-maintenance and durable option for lawns.
• Approach: The driveway or entrance leading to a property, typically constructed to provide access for vehicles.
• Approach Construction: The process of building or improving the driveway or entrance to a property, including grading, material selection, and installation.
• Backfill: The act of refilling an excavated area with soil or material after construction or landscaping work is completed.
• Bed Maintenance: The process of keeping flower beds or garden beds neat and tidy by removing weeds, pruning plants, and adding mulch or soil as needed.
• Clay: A dense and compact soil type often found beneath topsoil, used in certain landscaping applications.
• Concrete Curbing: Edging made of concrete used to define and separate different landscaping areas, such as lawns and flower beds.
• Culvert: A structure that allows water to flow under a driveway, road, or other obstruction, often used in landscaping to manage drainage.
• Deck: A flat, raised outdoor platform, typically made of wood or composite materials, designed for leisure and entertainment.
• Developer: An entity or individual responsible for creating new properties and overseeing the landscaping and architectural guidelines for the area.
• Developer Landscape Requirements: Guidelines set by property developers outlining specific landscaping features or standards for new properties.
• Development: The process of constructing buildings, infrastructure, and landscaping to transform land into usable property.
• Edging: A barrier, often made of plastic, metal, or concrete, used to separate different landscaping areas, such as lawns and flower beds.
• Extruder: A machine used to shape or mold materials, often utilized in creating concrete curbing.
• Fall Cleanup: A landscaping service done in the fall to remove leaves, dead plants, and other debris to prepare the property for winter.
• Fence: A structure made of wood, metal, or other materials, used to enclose or divide property and enhance privacy.
• Final Grade: The finished surface of the ground after all landscaping or construction work is complete. It’s leveled and shaped according to the design specifications.
• Final Grade Certificate: An official document confirming that the final grading of a property meets the local municipality’s standards for drainage and elevation.
• Final Grade Survey: A land survey conducted after grading is completed to ensure compliance with design and drainage requirements.
• Floating Deck: A freestanding deck not attached to a building, usually sitting directly on the ground or slightly raised.
• Garden Mix: A blend of soil, compost, and other materials specifically designed for planting in gardens.
• Grading: The process of leveling and shaping the land to ensure proper drainage and prepare it for landscaping or construction.
• Gravel: Small, loose stones often used for paths, driveways, and drainage in landscaping projects.
• Infill: Soil, gravel, or other materials used to fill gaps or low areas in landscaping projects.
• Landscaping Clay: Clay soil specifically utilized in landscaping for building berms, filling low areas, or improving soil structure.
• Landscaping Fabric: A permeable material placed under mulch, rocks, or gravel to prevent weed growth while allowing water to pass through.
• Landscape: The overall design and arrangement of outdoor areas, including plants, hardscaping, and other features.
• Limestone: A type of natural stone often used for decorative rock features, pathways, or retaining walls in landscaping.
• Lot Grading: The process of leveling and shaping the land within a property boundary to manage water drainage and prepare for landscaping.
• Mulch: A material (such as bark, wood chips, or straw) spread over soil to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and improve soil health.
• New Build Construction: The process of developing new properties, including landscaping and structural elements.
• Patio: An outdoor living area typically paved with materials such as stone, concrete, or pavers, designed for relaxation and entertainment.
• Paving Stones: Flat, stone-like pieces used to create patios, walkways, and other hardscaping features.
• Pea Gravel: Small, smooth, and rounded stones used in landscaping for paths, driveways, and decorative purposes.
• Pergola: An outdoor structure with an open framework, often made of wood or metal, designed to provide partial shade and support climbing plants.
• Plot Plan: A detailed map or diagram of a property showing boundaries, structures, and planned landscaping features.
• Pressure Treated Deck Board: Wooden planks treated with chemicals to resist rot, insects, and decay, commonly used for outdoor decking.
• Property Easement: A legal agreement that grants access or use of a portion of a property to another party, such as for utilities or shared driveways.
• Property Line: The legally defined boundary that separates one property from another.
• Raised Garden Bed: An elevated planting area enclosed with materials like wood or stone, used for growing flowers, vegetables, or herbs.
• Real Property Report: A legal document showing property boundaries, structures, and improvements to confirm compliance with zoning and bylaws.
• Retaining Wall: A sturdy structure built to hold back soil or prevent erosion, often made of stone, concrete, or wood.
• Road Crush: A mix of small stones and gravel used for creating stable foundations for driveways, patios, or paths.
• Rock: Decorative stones used in landscaping for ground cover, paths, or accents.
• Rough Grade: The initial level of the ground after excavation or site preparation, before adding topsoil or making fine adjustments.
• Sod: Pre-grown grass and soil held together by roots, typically used for instant lawns.
• Spring Cleanup: A landscaping service performed in the spring to remove debris, weeds, and prepare the property for new growth.
• Survey Stakeout: The process of placing markers on a property to indicate boundaries and the location of planned structures.
• Topsoil: Nutrient-rich soil placed on the surface for planting or landscaping purposes.
• Vinyl Deck Board: Durable, low-maintenance synthetic planks made from PVC, used for building decks in landscaping projects.
• Zero Lot Line: A property design where the building is constructed very close to or on one of the property boundaries to maximize usable space.

Snow Removal Definitions:

• Aggregate Driveway: A driveway made from a mix of stone, gravel, and concrete, requiring careful snow removal to avoid damage to the surface.
• Backpack Leaf Blower: A portable, motorized tool worn on the back, often used in snow removal to clear light snow from sidewalks, walkways, or small areas.
• Driveway: A private road leading to a property, commonly cleared of snow to ensure vehicle access.
• Dump Trailer: A trailer designed to tilt and unload materials, such as snow, quickly and efficiently.
• Dump Truck: A large vehicle equipped with a tilting bed used to transport and dispose of heavy loads of snow.
• Gravel: A coarse aggregate of small stones often spread over driveways or used for traction during snow and ice removal.
• Ice Control: Methods and materials used to prevent or manage the formation of ice on sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots.
• Ice Melt: Chemical products designed to lower the freezing point of water, effectively melting ice on walking and driving surfaces
• Parking Lot: An area designated for vehicle parking, which needs snow removal to ensure accessibility and safety during winter.
• Parking Lot Sanding: The process of spreading sand over parking lot surfaces to improve traction and reduce slipping hazards caused by ice and snow.
• Pedway: A pedestrian walkway, often covered or enclosed, that requires snow and ice removal for safe passage.
• Plow Truck: A truck equipped with a snow plow, used to clear snow from larger surfaces like roads or parking lots.
• Rock Chips: Small pieces of crushed rock or gravel used on icy surfaces to provide traction and prevent slips.
• Road Salt: Sodium chloride or similar compounds spread on roads, sidewalks, or parking lots to melt snow and ice and prevent refreezing.
• Sidewalk: A paved pathway for pedestrians, often requiring dedicated snow removal services to keep it clear and safe.
• Skid Steer: A compact, versatile machine commonly used in snow removal for plowing, clearing, and transporting snow in tight spaces.
• Snow Plow: A large blade attached to a vehicle or machine to push snow off roads, parking lots, or other surfaces.
• Snowbucket: A specialized attachment for machinery like skid steers or wheel loaders designed to lift and transport large amounts of snow.
• Sweeper: A machine with rotating brushes used to clear snow and debris from flat surfaces like sidewalks and parking lots.
• Tractor: A heavy-duty vehicle used in snow removal, often equipped with attachments like snowblowers, plows, or buckets.
• Walkway: A path for walking on private or public property, typically requiring snow removal to maintain accessibility.
• Wheel Loader: A large machine with a front-mounted bucket used for moving significant amounts of snow in parking lots and other wide-open areas.
• Wing Plow: A snow plow with additional side wings for clearing a wider path, commonly used for roads or highways.

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