Land Use & Zoning
What is a 'buffer zone' in Illinois land use planning?
AA designated flood protection area along rivers
BA transitional area between incompatible land uses, often landscaped or used for lower-intensity development✓ Correct
CA setback requirement for all new buildings
DA state-required open space in all new developments
Explanation
A buffer zone is a transitional area placed between incompatible land uses to reduce conflicts—for example, between industrial and residential areas. Buffers may include landscaping, berms, walls, parking areas, or low-intensity uses. They are used in zoning codes and conditional approvals to mitigate negative impacts (noise, traffic, visual) from higher-intensity land uses on neighboring properties.
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