South Greensboro Area Plan - Public Review Draft - 9.25.25

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ENVIRONMENT, PARKS, AND OPEN SPACE

05.01 Environment

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Environmental stewardship and sustainability have never been more important. Residents have clearly stated the need for more green space, green infrastructure, flood prevention, wildlife habitat, and tree canopy. Parks and open spaces are vital to the ecological system, serving as green infrastructure that supports biodiversity, enhances air and water quality, and delivers essential ecosystem services. They connect people to nature, enhance urban resilience, and contribute to the overall health and sustainability of communities. Draft

05.01 Environment

05.02 Parks and Open Space 05.03 Analysis of Individual Parks Recommendations

The built environment also impacts the sustainability of a community. As cities grow, development replaces rural land as part of urban expansion. Development is necessary to accommodate the growing population of Greensboro, but this can be done in a way that is more sustainable, ecologically-friendly, socially equitable, and environmentally responsible than in the past. New development can minimize its impact on the natural environment by adhering to existing standards for stormwater, tree preservation,

05.04 Additional Park Opportunities Recommendations

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ENVIRONMENT, PARKS, AND OPEN SPACE

PUBLIC REVIEW DRAFT - 9/25/25