Land Use & Zoning
In Maine, a 'general development zone' under shoreland zoning allows:
ANo development of any kind
BCommercial, industrial, and dense residential development with appropriate shoreland standards✓ Correct
COnly single-family residential uses
DOnly agricultural uses
Explanation
A general development zone in Maine's shoreland zoning is the least restrictive shoreland zone, allowing commercial, industrial, and denser development where it already exists along developed shores, subject to applicable shoreland standards.
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