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MITIGATION: Proposed by Project ° .Attached units, in general , are of themselves a mitigation measure to reduce energy consumption compared to single-family units. On a per-unit basis, attached units require less energy for space heating and cooling than conventional single-family units. ° The maximum densities proposed by the project provide a high incentive to utilize solar and alternative energy conservation measures. This is as encouraged by the City Housing Element [1, p. 109]. ° The zero-lot-line units allow greater flexibility to site units for energy conserving innovations. This is also encouraged by the City Housing Element. ° If pools are to be heated, solar devices will be used to the extent that is practical . ° Although proposed earlier for mitigation of air quality impacts, the bus shelter and bicycle storage and security facilities would also tend to promote energy conservation by reducing the use of automobiles. High efficiency sodium or mercury vapor lamps will be used for street lighting. ° Landscaping will be designed to minimize summer heat gain during May through October and maximize winter heat gain during November through April . This will be accomplished by planting deciduous trees and vines along south, east, and west walls to provide shade. Trees will also be planted to shade paving and patios. Other Measures for Consideration As a means of minimizing summer heat build-up in paved areas and increasing the use of air conditioners, reduce the amount of uncovered parking spaces. This may be accomplished by providing sun screening over uncovered spaces or eliminating some of the spaces altogether. Require units that are suitably oriented to install solar water heating devices at the time of construction. ° The county assessor could provide incentives to install energy conservation features by reduced assessments for conservation features. 51