Land Use & Zoning
In Minnesota, a Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) program allows:
ALandowners to sell their unused development rights to developers in designated receiving areas✓ Correct
BThe government to purchase farm land at below-market prices
CBuilders to ignore setback requirements by purchasing rights from neighbors
DTenants to transfer their lease to another party
Explanation
A TDR program allows landowners in sending areas (such as agricultural or conservation land) to sell their development rights to developers in designated receiving areas (typically areas planned for higher density). This preserves open land while directing development to appropriate locations.
Related Minnesota Land Use & Zoning Questions
- A Minnesota city's comprehensive plan shows an area for future commercial development. A property owner in that area wants to build a retail store now. Can they proceed?
- A Minnesota city's flood plain management program requires properties in the 100-year flood plain to comply with which federal program?
- A Minnesota city's zoning ordinance prohibits 'spot zoning.' What does this term mean in land use law?
- In Minnesota, an 'inverse condemnation' claim arises when:
- A Minnesota city's housing plan includes Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) around light rail stations. TOD typically promotes:
- A Minnesota developer wants to build a mixed-use development with retail on the ground floor and apartments above. The property is currently zoned single-family residential. What must the developer do first?
- In Minnesota, what is the primary difference between a preliminary plat and a final plat in a subdivision development?
- A Minnesota property owner in a historic district wants to install vinyl siding to replace the original wood siding. The historic preservation commission may:
Practice More Minnesota Real Estate Questions
1,500+ questions covering all exam topics. Start free — no signup required.
Take the Free Minnesota Quiz →