"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.