Zoning

What is the purpose of zoning laws?

• to ensure all buildings look the same

• to connect the suburbs to cities with mass transit

• to create farming spaces

• to designate the size and purpose of land

What is the main function of commercial zoned areas?

• Building homes and residential complexes

• Manufacturing and distributing goods

• Providing services such as stores, offices, and hotels

• Agricultural production

Zoning regulations are used to:

• Control the use of land within a city

• Promote urban sprawl

• Increase the number of private vehicles

• Eliminate public housing

What is a common goal of zoning regulations?

• To increase urban sprawl

• To ensure the orderly development of urban areas

• To reduce the number of public housing units

• To promote gentrification

What is the purpose of zoning ordinances?

• To regulate the development of theaters, restaurants, and parks in a city.

• To state how property in specific geographic regions may be used, with three local zoning types: residential, commercial, and industrial.

• To designate areas of a city where small-scale merchants can sell their goods.

• To outline the areas in a city where informal economy zones are located.

What is the primary purpose of zoning in urban planning?

• To increase property taxes

• To control land use and development

• To promote tourism

• To reduce traffic congestion

Which of the following is a characteristic of residential zoning?

• Allows for industrial factories

• Permits high-rise office buildings

• Designates areas for housing

• Encourages commercial shopping centers

What type of zoning is typically used for factories and warehouses?

• Residential zoning

• Commercial zoning

• Industrial zoning

• Agricultural zoning

In zoning terms, what does 'mixed-use' refer to?

• Areas that combine residential and commercial uses

• Zones that are exclusively for industrial purposes

• Regions designated for agricultural activities

• Spaces reserved for public parks

What is a zoning variance?

• A temporary change in zoning laws

• A permanent change in property ownership

• An exception to zoning regulations

• A new zoning category