Land Use & Zoning
What is 'density bonus' zoning in Illinois and what is it designed to achieve?
AExtra development fees charged to dense developments
BPermission to build at higher densities than normally allowed in exchange for providing community benefits such as affordable housing or open space✓ Correct
CA bonus payment to municipalities for allowing high-density development
DA zoning category for historic density patterns in older neighborhoods
Explanation
A density bonus allows developers to build more units than baseline zoning permits in exchange for providing community benefits, most commonly affordable housing units. For example, a developer might receive a 20% density bonus in exchange for including 15% affordable units.
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