Minimal soil disturbance

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-017398",
  "term": "Minimal soil disturbance",
  "field": "Environment",
  "term_source": "Minimal Soil Disturbance",
  "definition": "describes soils that are minimally graded and/or compacted, such that compaction levels exceed the Maximum Allowable Bulk Densities, but not covered with impervious surfaces. Examples of soils that are minimally disturbed include areas with minor modifications or very limited development but not covered with buildings or paved surfaces, such as areas that have been compacted by livestock or heavy foot traffic.",
  "subject": "Built environments",
  "references": [
    "Office of the President Council on Environmental Quality Guidance for Federal Agencies on Sustainable Practices for Designed Landscapes at https://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/microsites/ceq/recommendations_on_sustainable_landscaping_practices.pdf"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/minimal-soil-disturbance/"
}