Land Use & Zoning
What is 'density bonus' zoning and how is it used in Idaho?
AA penalty imposed for exceeding density limits
BAllowing developers to build at higher density in exchange for providing community benefits such as affordable housing or open space✓ Correct
CA bonus paid by the government for developing low-density housing
DA density increase automatically granted in growth areas
Explanation
Density bonus provisions allow developers to build more units than base zoning allows in exchange for community benefits — affordable housing units, open space, green building features. Some Idaho cities use density bonus provisions to incentivize affordable housing development without requiring mandatory inclusionary zoning.
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Key Terms to Know
Zoning
Local government regulations that control land use by dividing areas into zones specifying permitted uses, building sizes, and densities.
VarianceOfficial permission to use land in a way that does not conform to the applicable zoning ordinance, granted by a zoning board when strict enforcement would cause undue hardship.
1031 ExchangeA tax-deferred exchange allowing investors to sell one investment property and reinvest proceeds in a like-kind property while deferring capital gains taxes.
Community PropertyIn community property states, most property acquired during marriage is owned equally by both spouses, regardless of who paid for it.
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