Land Use & Zoning
In Nevada's Clark County, the master plan is a long-range document that:
ASpecifies tax rates for all properties
BGuides future land use, transportation, and development decisions✓ Correct
CDetermines individual property assessments
DIs binding on all private property owners immediately
Explanation
A master (general) plan is a comprehensive, long-range policy document that guides future growth and development decisions for a city or county. Zoning ordinances are the primary tool for implementing the master plan.
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