Land Use & Zoning
Mississippi state law preempts local zoning ordinances from prohibiting which of the following in residential zones?
AShort-term rentals
BLicensed residential group homes for 8 or fewer residents (disabled, elderly, or other protected groups)✓ Correct
CHome-based businesses
DAccessory dwelling units
Explanation
Mississippi law (§43-11-17) prevents local governments from using zoning to exclude licensed residential group homes for 8 or fewer disabled or elderly residents from residential neighborhoods, consistent with the Fair Housing Act's reasonable accommodation requirements.
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