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Nebraska Community Gardens Act: Use of Vacant Public Land for Urban Agriculture

This policy allows state agencies and municipalities to permit community organizations to use vacant public land for community gardens. The legislation recognizes the benefits of community gardens, including improved public health, urban beautification, crime reduction, and green job training, and aims to expand community gardening efforts statewide.

Link:

  • Nebraska Admin. Revised Statutes 2-302 & 2-304

Policy Details:

Locale: State, Nebraska [Midwest]
Climate zone: Zone 5A: Cool Humid
Jurisdiction: State []
Smart Surface(s): Urban Meadows, Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Trees
Policy Type(s): Statute

Citation:

Nebraska Admin. Revised Statutes 2-302 & 2-304

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