Land Use & Zoning (alternative)

Maryland's growth management legislation (Smart Growth Act) gives state agencies the authority to:

ADirectly override local zoning decisions
BDeny or withhold state funds and infrastructure support for development outside Priority Funding Areas✓ Correct
CRequire all developers to seek state approval
DMandate affordable housing in all new developments

Explanation

Maryland's Smart Growth Act does not override local zoning but withholds state funding and infrastructure support for projects outside Priority Funding Areas, creating financial incentives for smart growth.

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