Land Use & ZoningIntermediateDelaware Exam

What is 'smart growth' in Delaware land use planning?

AA policy restricting development to areas with smart technology infrastructure
BA planning approach that encourages compact, walkable, mixed-use development near transit while protecting natural areas from sprawlCorrect
CA growth policy linked to academic performance in local schools
DA development strategy for technology and innovation districts

Why A planning approach that encourages compact, walkable, mixed-use development near transit while protecting natural areas from sprawl Is Correct

Answer B: A planning approach that encourages compact, walkable, mixed-use development near transit while protecting natural areas from sprawl

Smart growth is an urban planning approach that concentrates development in compact, mixed-use, walkable areas while preserving open space, farmland, and natural areas. It is designed to reduce suburban sprawl and its associated costs.

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