Land Use & Zoning

A Montana city that wants to restrict the sale of alcohol within a certain distance of schools or churches is exercising its:

AEminent domain power
BTaxing power
CPolice power through regulatory zoning✓ Correct
DPower of escheat

Explanation

Restricting liquor establishments near schools or churches is an exercise of police power—the government's authority to regulate for public health, safety, morals, and welfare. This type of use restriction is commonly implemented through zoning.

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