Land Use & Zoning
A Massachusetts municipality wants to add an 'Aquifer Protection Overlay District.' This would primarily serve to:
APromote denser development near water sources
BProtect drinking water supplies by restricting uses that could contaminate groundwater✓ Correct
CEnable the town to purchase waterfront properties
DRegulate boat docking in municipal waters
Explanation
Aquifer protection overlay districts restrict land uses (such as gas stations, chemical storage) that could contaminate groundwater in areas overlying drinking water aquifers, protecting public water supplies.
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