In addition to the definitions in Iowa Code section 455A.1, the following definition shall apply to this chapter:
"Open spaces" means those natural or cultural resource areas that contain natural vegetation, fish, or wildlife, or have historic, scenic, recreation and education value. Examples of open spaces in cities and towns include, but are not limited to, parks, riverfronts and town squares. In rural areas, open spaces include, but are not limited to, such areas as woodlands, prairies, marshlands, river corridors, lake shores, parks and wildlife areas.
Iowa Admin. Code r. 571-33.3