Land Use & Zoning
The term 'setback' in Massachusetts zoning refers to:
AThe minimum distance a structure must be set back from a property line or street✓ Correct
BThe maximum height of a building in a residential district
CThe minimum lot area required for a specific use
DThe percentage of a lot that must be kept as green space
Explanation
A setback is a zoning requirement specifying the minimum distance between a structure and the property line (front, side, or rear) or the street. Setbacks create yards and maintain spacing between buildings.
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