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Overview of policies influencing the wildland-urban interface
| Author: |
Alavalapati, J. R.R. |
| Date: |
2005 |
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In: Vince, S.W.; Duryea, M.L.; Macie, E.A.; Hermansen, L.A., eds. Forests at the wildland-urban interface: conservation and management. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press LLC. 13 p. Chapter 5. |
| Abstract: |
This chapter reviews selected policies that affect the interface and the conservation and management of its forests. It begins with a summary of the effects of urban sprawl on forest management, the economy, and the environment. Next, it explores policies influencing the wildland-urban interface and forest management. Finally, it suggests approaches to influence policy development and draws conclusions relating to the interface. |
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