Land Use & Zoning
In Maine, 'transferable development rights' (TDR) programs allow a landowner in a preservation area (sending zone) to:
ABuild denser development than zoning allows
BSell development potential to owners in growth areas (receiving zones)✓ Correct
CTransfer their property tax obligations to another owner
DTransfer their property without paying transfer tax
Explanation
TDR programs allow landowners in areas designated for preservation to sell their unused development rights to developers in designated growth areas, compensating them for the development restrictions while directing growth.
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