Land Use & Zoning
In Colorado, a 'historic preservation overlay' district is designed to:
AProhibit all renovation or changes to historic buildings
BProtect the historic character of a designated area while allowing compatible development and renovation✓ Correct
CAllow any use that was historically present before current zoning
DTransfer historic properties to government ownership
Explanation
A historic preservation overlay district protects the historic character of a designated area by regulating alterations, additions, and new construction to ensure compatibility with the historic character, while still allowing appropriate development.
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