This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to design roof gardens in consultation with system/component suppliers, building and landscape design professionals and other landscape and horticultural specialists. It includes the selection of roof garden components based on structural limitations and opportunities, and the application of knowledge of the benefits and risks associated with roof gardens into designs that meet client requirements and comply with applicable building and relevant authorities’ regulations and guidelines.

The unit applies to individuals with existing horticultural, landscaping, landscape design and/or construction experience, who research information about roof garden principles and guidelines and consult with green infrastructure and/or building and landscape design specialists to design roof gardens for existing and/or new buildings.

This unit of competency is suitable for individuals dealing with predictable and unpredictable problems and deciding on solutions to a range of complex problems during the design process through research, analysis and consultation.

Roof garden design must meet all requirements of national, state, territory and local government authorities and building regulations, standards and codes.

Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to the work undertaken in this unit in some jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authorities.