Provides a physical buffer and visual relief to developed areas

Preserves unique physical/environmental characteristics

Protects unique scenic views of countryside and/or waterfront

Suitable for active recreation

Suitable for passive recreation

Connects village, town and city centers or other population centers

Connects major employment centers, e.g. office parks, institutions, etc.

Connects major open space areas, e.g. parks, preserves and trailways

Provides access to Hudson River, Long Island Sound or other major waterbody

Helps clean-up deteriorated areas

Protects unique waterfront recreational or environmental resourcest

Contributes to economic revitalization of area

Protects and/or enhances water supply and water quality

Protects significant streams, wetlands, vegetation or other fragile resources

Helps restore natural resources that have been altered or damaged

Protects and/or enhances significant fish/wildlife habitats

Protects sites listed on New York State or National Register of Historic Places

Protects a unique and valuable regional historic or cultural resource