Value of Open Space

Parks, open spaces, trails, and greenways have a variety of economic impacts on their surroundings. In particular, it has been shown that environmental corridors, trails and other passive-use parks increase the value of homes adjacent to those green spaces. Municipalities that include parks and other green spaces consistently attract and retain businesses, because their employees seek those amenities. On a local scale, parks and trails often spur small business development to serve people who use those natural areas.

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