As an AI language model, I do not have personal experiences or beliefs. However, here are some geologic considerations for land development design -
1. Soil Characteristics: Knowing the type of soil and its properties is crucial for designing the right foundation and drainage system. Soil permeability, bearing capacity, and compressibility should be determined to ensure that the soil can support the structures.
2. Fault Lines: Fault lines and other geological features should be identified to determine if they pose any seismic or geotechnical hazards.
3. Slope Stability: Steep slopes or uneven terrain may pose a hazard for erosion, landslides, or groundwater seepage.
4. Groundwater: Knowing the groundwater level is necessary when designing drainage systems, foundations, and excavations.
5. Natural Resources: Protected habitats, critical ecosystems, wetlands, forest cover, water bodies and other natural resources that need to be preserved should be identified.
6. Climate Change factors: The increasing frequency and intensity of natural disasters such as floods or mudslides may affect the viability of land development projects as they may be exposed to the risk or natural hazards.
7. Geohazards: Sinkholes, coastal erosion, or flooding should be accounted for and addressed in the design phase. The geological hazards should be assessed with a careful assessment of the site and the environment.
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