Land Use & Zoning
Buffer zones between different zoning districts are used to:
AIncrease property taxes in transition areas
BProvide a gradual transition between incompatible land uses✓ Correct
CAllow industrial uses in residential areas
DMark the boundaries of historic districts
Explanation
Buffer zones provide a gradual transition between incompatible land uses (such as industrial and residential), often using landscaping, berms, or lower-intensity uses to minimize conflict.
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