Section 6954 Of Chapter 12. Purchase Of Interests And Rights In Real Property From California Government Code >> Division 7. >> Title 1. >> Chapter 12.

. For the purposes of this chapter an "open space" or "open area" is any space or area characterized by (1) great natural scenic beauty or (2) whose existing openness, natural condition, or present state of use, if retained, would enhance the present or potential value of abutting or surrounding urban development, or would maintain or enhance the conservation of natural or scenic resources.