Land Use & Zoning
A Michigan zoning ordinance that prohibits all religious institutions from locating in residential zones may violate:
AMichigan's Freedom of Religion Act
BThe Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA)✓ Correct
CThe Fair Housing Act
DLARA administrative rules
Explanation
RLUIPA prohibits local governments from using zoning laws to substantially burden religious exercise unless applying the least restrictive means to achieve a compelling government interest. Blanket exclusion of religious uses may violate RLUIPA.
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