Land Use & Zoning

In Montana, a 'riparian buffer zone' requirement in local regulations means:

AA zone where only riparian property owners may build
BA protected setback area along streams and rivers where development is restricted to protect water quality✓ Correct
CAn area reserved for water right holders only
DA buffer between agricultural and commercial zones

Explanation

Riparian buffer zones are protected areas along streams and rivers where development and certain land uses are restricted to protect water quality, stream banks, riparian habitat, and flood control.

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