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Back to the Garden: Promoting Sustainable Communities by Incorporating Community Gardens into City Planning Processes

Heather Elizabeth Dalrymple

Urban Farm DB summary

This report examines community gardens as a means to address urban food provision and promote sustainable communities. It highlights that community gardens offer benefits beyond food security, such as fostering community development and effectively utilizing open spaces. Through case studies in Cleveland, Ohio, and San Francisco, California, the report demonstrates the adaptability of community gardens in meeting diverse community needs across various urban environments.