California School Facilities Planning

Offers a thorough discussion of laws and regulations that govern planning, funding, siting, design, and construction of educational facilities in California. A single-source reference with a comprehensive overview of the field, this book will guide the reader chronologically through every stage of school facilities planning-from initial conception through construction.

An invaluable tool for planners, consultants, and other school facilities professionals who provide services in the field. Topics covered
History of school facilities nationwide and in California
Funding sources and financing methods for public school facilities in California
Facilities planning and design, both for individual schools and district-wide
School siting issues, including acquisition of property and compliance with environmental and land use laws
School construction-the entire process from start to finish