Title: The case for open space : why the real estate industry should invest in parks and open spaces /
Authors: Urban Land Institute
Year: 2018
Subjects: Open spaces United States Case studies.; Public-private sector cooperation United States Case studies.; Real estate development United States Case studies.; Public spaces United States Case studies.; Open spaces; Public-private sector cooperation; Public spaces; Real estate development; United States
Abstract: "Across the United States, private sector leaders--including developers, investors, owners, and property managers--contribute to the creation and operations of open spaces in a variety of ways, ranging from advocating for increased investment in public parks to taking on full responsibility for the planning, development, and operations of community gathering places. Through investments in open spaces, developers can provide needed community benefits while maximizing opportunities to create residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects with near-term appeal and sustained, long-term value...[This report] outlines four compelling cases for developers to invest in open space..."--back cover.
Contents: The value of private investment in open space -- Research approach -- Developer roles and benefits -- The case for open space: Case 1. (Hunter's Point South) How open space can promote equitable outcomes ; Case 2. (Levy and Grand Park) The demand for more investment in open space ; Case 3. (Guthrie Green) Programming in parks ; Case 4. (Solaris Plaza) New York City privately owned public space program.