Land Use & Zoning
A Florida 'Transfer of Development Rights' (TDR) program allows property owners in sending areas to:
ABuild at a higher density in their existing location
BSell unused development rights to developers in designated receiving areas✓ Correct
CBypass local zoning requirements
DReceive property tax exemptions
Explanation
In a TDR program, landowners in preservation or restricted 'sending areas' can sell their unused development rights to developers in 'receiving areas,' enabling more intense development in appropriate locations while protecting open space, farmland, or sensitive environments.
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