Zoning

Which of the following is a type of zoning regulation?

• Residential zoning

• Transportation zoning

• Gentrification zoning

• Sprawl zoning

What is the purpose of mixed-use zoning?

• To separate residential and commercial areas

• To combine residential, commercial, and recreational spaces

• To promote urban sprawl

• To eliminate public housing

What are zoning laws?

• Laws that allow zone defense

• Local regulations that specify where certain types of economic activity can exist

• Laws that allow public utilities to be monopolies

• Deregulation at the local level

Which of the following is a primary goal of zoning in urban planning?

• To increase property taxes

• To control land use and development

• To promote industrial growth

• To eliminate public spaces

What is a characteristic of residential zoning?

• Allows for factories and warehouses

• Permits only single-family homes

• Includes parks and schools

• Encourages high-rise buildings

How does commercial zoning benefit a community?

• By reducing traffic congestion

• By providing spaces for businesses and services

• By increasing residential areas

• By limiting economic activities

What is the main difference between zoning and land use planning?

• Zoning is a legal tool, while land use planning is a policy guide

• Zoning is voluntary, while land use planning is mandatory

• Zoning focuses on environmental protection, while land use planning focuses on economic growth

• Zoning is only applicable in rural areas, while land use planning is for urban areas

Which of the following is an example of mixed-use zoning?

• A neighborhood with only houses

• A district with only factories

• A community with shops, offices, and apartments

• A park surrounded by residential homes

What role do zoning boards play in urban development?

• They enforce federal laws

• They approve or deny zoning changes and variances

• They manage public transportation systems

• They design city parks

Why might a city implement zoning laws to create green belts?

• To increase urban density

• To preserve natural areas and limit urban sprawl

• To promote industrial development

• To reduce property values