NAC623A.070. Practice of landscape architecture: Interpretation of statutory definition.

As used in NRS 623A.060, the Board interprets:

     1. The phrase “consideration and determination of issues of the land relating to erosion, wear and tear” to mean the design or preparation of plans and specifications to address:

     (a) Control of erosion;

     (b) Preservation of native vegetation;

     (c) Repair of any wear and tear on the surface of the earth caused by the activities of either humans or nature;

     (d) Restoration or reintroduction of vegetation into the natural environment;

     (e) Using native vegetation for water quality purposes or for the creation of natural aesthetic values;

     (f) Historic preservation of gardens, land forms and natural environments; or

     (g) Site design and the use of environmental sciences to promote the health, safety and general welfare of the public.

     2. The phrase “design of landscape irrigation” to mean the design or preparation of plans and specifications for the delivery and distribution of potable and nonpotable water to irrigate plant materials on a project site.

     3. The term “grading” to mean the manipulation of the surface contours of the land to:

     (a) Control and direct the flow of water.

     (b) Create aesthetic values associated with topographic landforms.

     (c) Establish elevations and degrees of inclination on slopes for:

          (1) Setting and locating buildings, structures, facilities and other improvements; or

          (2) Locating corridors for the movement of vehicles and pedestrians.

     (Added to NAC by Bd. of Landscape Arch. by R216-03, eff. 6-1-2006; A by R142-11, 9-14-2012)