One of the strategies for developing a sustainable site design is to build small by minimizing the building footprint and maximizing open space. Open space is:
A)An area that is protected or conserved, on which development is indefinitely set aside
B)Areas of land sans human-built structures
C)A linear chain of greenway reserves
D)Areas left open for the use of the public, such as a plaza, park, or courtyard

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Open space is an area that is protected or conserved, on which development is indefinitely set aside. Open space preservation supports smart growth goals by bolstering local economies, preserving critical environmental areas, improving our community's quality of life, and guiding new growth into existing communities.

One of the Strategies for Developing a Sustainable Site Design