Land Use & Zoning (alternative)
A Maryland landowner whose property is adjacent to a newly designated Critical Area buffer loses development rights. This is an example of:
AAn unconstitutional taking requiring full compensation
BA regulatory taking that may or may not require compensation depending on the extent of value loss✓ Correct
CA valid exercise of police power with no compensation required
DAn easement imposed by MDE
Explanation
Regulatory restrictions on development (like Critical Area buffers) are generally valid exercises of police power, but if regulations go too far and deprive all economic value, they may constitute a compensable taking under the Fifth Amendment.
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