Wind Study

Published by City of Kitchener

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Type: Study
Published by: City of Kitchener
For: designer
Building types: All building types
Pages: 9
Instruments: Urban Design Manual

Overview

The City of Kitchener's terms of reference for a Wind Study, a pedestrian level wind assessment of a proposed development. It defines wind tunnel, CFD, qualitative and quantitative terms, and lists the applications it relates to. Table 1 sets building height triggers for the type of study, followed by qualified person, meteorological and technical requirements and Table 2 on pedestrian wind comfort and safety criteria. It is one of Kitchener's planning study terms of reference.

What it covers

Wind Study
Study Description
Purpose
Definitions
When is it Required
Table 1: Building Height Triggers for a Wind Study
Qualified Person
Applicable Legislation
Study Requirements
Meteorological Requirements
Technical Requirements
Pedestrian Wind Study Criteria
Table 2: Pedestrian Wind Comfort and Safety Criteria

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