Land Use & Zoning
A takings (regulatory taking) occurs when government regulation:
ARequires a building permit for new construction
BGoes so far as to deprive the owner of all economically beneficial use of the property✓ Correct
CImposes setback requirements on new construction
DRestricts the height of commercial buildings
Explanation
A regulatory taking occurs when government regulation deprives a property owner of all or substantially all economic value of their property, which may require just compensation under the Takings Clause.
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