Land Use & Zoning
Colorado's 'Land Use Act' (C.R.S. § 29-20-101) gives local governments authority to:
AA. Only levy property taxes
BB. Regulate land use in the interest of public health, safety, and welfare, including adopting zoning ordinances, subdivision regulations, and building codes✓ Correct
CC. Only regulate commercial development
DD. Override federal environmental regulations
Explanation
Colorado's Land Use Act grants local governments (counties, municipalities) broad authority to regulate land use for the public welfare, including: adopting zoning ordinances, subdivision regulations, building codes, growth management plans, and other land use controls. This broad delegation of authority reflects Colorado's tradition of local control over land use decisions.
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