Enjoying the Open Space Preserved in Santa Clarita

 Since the City’s incorporation in 1987, the City has made a significant effort to preserve the greenbelt and undeveloped land within and outside the City.
Preserving open space in and around the City has always been an important priority for the community and City Council.  In July 2007, City of Santa Clarita property owners voted in favor of creating the Open Space Preservation District (OSPD).  the District is designed to expand the City’s existing Open Space, Park and Parkland Program in order to preserve natural land from development, create more parks for community usage, and protect rare biological and geological regions.
The special assessment paid by City property owners gives the City a seat at the table to purchase land that could otherwise be developed and put pressure on the City’s precious natural resources.  Additionally, the Open Space Preservation District greatly assists the City in preserving natural lands, retaining wildlife corridors, and completing the City’s greenbelt buffer.
To learn more about the City’s open space, visit www.HikeSantaClarita.com.