Environmental
A 'Sensitive Areas Ordinance' in an Illinois municipality typically aims to:
AProtect environmentally sensitive areas such as wetlands, floodplains, and steep slopes from development impacts✓ Correct
BCreate special tax districts for environmental cleanup
CRequire environmental impact statements for all construction projects
DRegulate the use of pesticides in residential areas
Explanation
Sensitive areas ordinances are local regulations that protect environmentally significant areas — such as wetlands, floodplains, stream buffers, steep slopes, and mature woodlands — from development impacts. They may require greater setbacks, lower density, or prohibit development in sensitive areas.
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