For more information on determining local priorities and incorporating them into local zoning and ordinances see Regulatory Strategies for Incorporating Green Infrastructure in North Carolina. Specifically, Evaluating and Conserving Green Infrastructure Across the Landscape: A Practitioner’s Guide, North Carolina Edition, NCFS, and the Green Growth Toolbox, NCWRC.
When establishing the requirements for protected areas, many local governments may wish to choose to emphasize the importance of native trees, shrubs and ground cover. Each community should determine the local importance and the priorities for protecting and managing natural areas.
Plant Species
Given that native species support more wildlife habitat and biological diversity, protected areas can:
Provide connecting habitat between other Increase the size of a natural area or other natural areas or green space green space when directly adjacent
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