Published by Forgotten Books, 2024
ISBN 10: 0428119832 ISBN 13: 9780428119836
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to the concept of open space, its benefits, and the methods available to preserve it. The author explores the various definitions of open space, from its aesthetic and recreational value to its role in structuring urban development and managing air and water resources. The book also discusses the challenges to preserving open space, such as the increasing demand for land for development and the rising cost of acquiring and maintaining open space. The author provides a range of solutions, from land-use planning and zoning to land trusts and conservation easements. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in preserving the vital open spaces in our communities. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.