Land Use & Zoning
Cluster zoning (cluster development) in Minnesota is used to:
AConcentrate all commercial uses in one area
BAllow higher-density housing on part of a parcel while preserving open space on the remainder✓ Correct
CRequire all homes to be of similar size
DLimit the number of permits issued per year
Explanation
Cluster zoning allows homes to be built on smaller lots grouped together (clustered) on part of a parcel, while the remaining land is preserved as open space, wetlands, or conservation areas. It achieves the same overall density as conventional development but preserves environmental resources.
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