TUSC now has a number of tools available that are designed to aid in the design process of individual sites and neighbourhoods. These tools are free to the public but may only be used in compliance with the Conditions of Use. As these tools are still under development their availability and accuracy can not be guaranteed. To use these tools, click on the links below:
How do you want to use TUSC?
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Have a go using the demo version
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Use the Demo Version to become familiar with the TUSC tool interface. This tool loads with preset values which users can then change to see the impact upon sustainability.
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Design a new sustainable home
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The Design Site Tool is for developers and home owners who want to design a new sustainable home. This tool is great for assessing the economic and environmental significance of different design choices. The tool calculates the payback period of sustainable devices based on their additional capital cost versus their long term operational savings. Through selecting different design options and comparing results, an optimum design can be achieved.
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Audit the sustainability of an existing home
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The Audit Site Tool is for home owners who want to audit the sustainability of an existing house and identify opportunities for improvement. This tool contains a wealth of helpful information on designing and running a sustainable home.
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Design a sustainable subdivision*
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The Neighbourhood Tool is for developers wanting to design or assess the sustainability of a multi-lot subdivision. The Neighbourhood Tool builds on the household level evaluation made by the site tool by considering community-wide features such as parks or stormwater treatment devices.
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Apply for a remission under the Waitakere City Council Development Contribution policy
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The Remissions Tool is specifically designed for Waitakere City Council's Development Contribution policy. It assesses what remission value your development will achieve.
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Learn from other's experience
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The Case Study Library is a great place to see sustainable sites in action. You can learn from the design choices others have made and see their impact.
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Disclaimers
Synergine Group Limited makes no claim as to the accuracy or authenticity of the content of the materials element of TUSC, and does not accept liability to any person for the information or advice provided in it or incorporated into it by reference.
Waitakere City Council and the Ministry for the Environment do not accept any liability for loss or damages incurred as a result of reliance placed upon TUSC. The pilot version of TUSC is provided on the basis that all persons using TUSC undertake responsibility for assessing the relevance and accuracy of its content.
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