Spatially and socially segmenting private landowner motivations, properties, and management: A typology for the wildland urban interface

•We examine WUI landowner motivation and management in two Oregon study areas.•Landowner motivations include amenities, farming, forestry, family, and development.•Motivations vary with property characteristics and management strategies.•Secondary data can be used to spatially map motivations and management strategies.•Targeted policy and planning may reduce landscape risks.