Biodiversity is the variety of life in all forms, levels, and combinations, including ecosystem diversity, species diversity, and genetic diversity.

Brownfield is real property whose use may be complicated by the presence or possible presence of a hazardous substance, pollutant, or contaminant.

Building Footprint is the area on a project site used by the building structure, defined by the perimeter of the building plan. Parking lots, landscapes, and other nonbuilding facilities are not included in the building footprint.