Land Use & Zoning
What is the 'general plan' (master plan) in California land use?
AA developer's site plan for a specific project
BA comprehensive, long-range policy document required of every California city and county that guides land use, development, and infrastructure planning✓ Correct
CA statewide plan for highway construction
DA plan for managing agricultural land
Explanation
California law requires every city and county to adopt a general plan — a comprehensive, long-range blueprint for the jurisdiction's physical development. Zoning ordinances must be consistent with the general plan, which covers elements including land use, circulation, housing, conservation, and noise.
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