Land Use & Zoning
What is a 'specific plan' or 'neighborhood plan' in Idaho land use planning?
AA plan for one specific property only
BA detailed plan for a specific geographic area that implements the comprehensive plan, providing specific policies for land use, circulation, and development✓ Correct
CA plan for new neighborhoods outside city limits
DA plan required for all new subdivisions
Explanation
A specific plan (area plan or neighborhood plan) provides detailed planning policies for a defined geographic area within a city or county, implementing the comprehensive plan with more specificity than general zoning ordinances.
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