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How cities use parks for . . . economic development
| Author: |
[Lewis, M.] |
| Date: |
2002 |
| Periodical: |
City parks forum briefing paper 03. Chicago: American Planning Association. 4 p |
| Link: |
http://www.planning.org/cpf/pdf/economicdevelopment.pdf
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| Abstract: |
Parks provide intrinsic environmental, aesthetic, and recreation benefits to our cities. They are also a source of positive economic benefits.They enhance property values, increase municipal revenue, bring in homebuyers and workers, and attract retirees. At the bottom line, parks are a good financial investment for a community. Understanding the economic impacts of parks can help decision makers better evaluate the creation and maintenance of urban parks. |
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