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Publication Date: June 2004
Publisher: North Carolina Public Interest Research Group Education Fund
Author(s): Elizabeth Ouzts; Dave Algoso; Travis Madsen
Research Area: Environment
Keywords: land use; sprawl; economic growth
Type: Report
Coverage: North Carolina
Abstract:
In the past, conventional wisdom held that open space purchases, while offering important social benefits, drained local government finances and did not contribute to economic growth. However preserving North Carolina's natural heritage can strengthen the foundation for economic growth, enhance quality of life, and protect the health of the environment. The Value of Open Space reviews the many ways open space creates value for the community.