Land Use & Zoning
What is an 'agricultural preservation district' in Delaware?
AA zoning district allowing only agricultural uses and prohibiting all residential development
BA designated area where agricultural uses are protected from incompatible development through purchase of development rights, agricultural zoning, or other tools — important in Delaware's rural counties✓ Correct
CA state park district protecting Delaware's natural areas from development
DA historic district preserving Delaware's colonial farm heritage
Explanation
Delaware has active agricultural preservation programs, especially in Kent and Sussex counties. Through the Delaware Agricultural Lands Preservation Foundation, farms can voluntarily sell their development rights, placing permanent agricultural preservation easements on the land. This protects Delaware's farming heritage while compensating landowners.
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