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Open Space Ratio


Definition of "Open space ratio"

The ratio, in a development, of open space to developed land. For example, a housing subdivision containing 100 acres has devoted 10 acres to open space. Therefore, the open space ratio is 1/10 or 10 percent (10/100).



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