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4.3 Avoid building on steep hillsides where there is very little shelter fromhigh wind, especially on slopes facing the sea. (Building on steep hill sidesshould be avoided all together). But if it cannot be avoided the hillsideshould be cut as shown in illustrations below. It is more suitable to build inareas, which provide natural shelter from high winds.Avoid locations marked with an XIf a steep Slope cut into the earth like this.4.4 Stormwater ManagementWhen a site is ready for earthworks to commence, roadway excavations,embankments, foundation preparations, drainage, stabilization andreinforcement and environmental factors will all be involved in thisprocess. Uniformity of earthworks throughout the development isnecessary for adequate stability. Contractor(s) must provide properequipment and construction procedures for all material and conditions tobe encountered. Architects, engineers, contractors and inspectors must allwork together, to establish the most appropriate construction methodsand procedures. Slope-cut definitions for various sites throughout theTerritory can be obtained from the Department of Disaster Management.These definitions should be used by building professionals in design andconstruction to prevent slope failure, land-sliding and over-steepening ofslopes.Before the start of construction, the architect, engineer and contractorshould implement an approved Erosion Control Plan to protect the projectfrom the elements, and to ensure that facilities adjacent to the site are notaffected. Limits to clearing and grubbing are recommended (Clearing is theremoval of trees and brush, grubbing is the removalof stumps and roots). Areas outside the work limitsare to be left in their natural condition, unlessotherwise designated on the plans. Natural featuresshould be left undisturbed where possible.27During excavation, a significant amount of materialmay be accumulated. It is important that you identifymaterial that is suitable for reuse and provide a safe, temporary storage onsite. Material for disposal must be safely transported, using appropriateequipment, and delivered to approved sites for disposal of fill.