Protected Landscapes: A Guide for Policy Makers and Planners

by P.H.C. Lucas

Overview

Many countries have areas with special natural qualities characterized by the harmonious interaction between resident populations and the land. This book sets out the varied approaches to establishing such areas as protected landscapes. It provides guidance on criteria for selection of landscapes, implementation, management and the legal measures involved if protection is to be achieved.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780412455308
Publisher:	Springer Netherlands
Publication date:	06/30/1992
Series:	World Conservation Union Series
Edition description:	1992
Pages:	298
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.24(d)

Table of Contents

Preface. Foreword. The Lake District declaration. Protected landscapes. Protected landscapes and sustainability. International cooperation for protected landscapes. Values of protected landscapes. Selection of protected landscapes. Legal measures and administrative structures. National policies and protected landscapes. Protected landscape policy and partnership. Management of protected landscapes. Benefits to residents of protected landscapes. The concept in action: case studies around the world. Appendices

Editorial Reviews

...a useful reference work - Planning Perspectives

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