Land Use & Zoning
The police power of government authorizes municipalities in Alaska to enact zoning laws to:
AAcquire private property without compensation for public parks
BRegulate land use to protect the health, safety, and general welfare of the public✓ Correct
COverride private deed restrictions when they conflict with public interest
DSet minimum and maximum property values in residential zones
Explanation
Police power is the government's authority to regulate private conduct and property for the protection of public health, safety, and welfare. Zoning ordinances, building codes, and subdivision regulations are all exercises of police power.
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