Land Use & Zoning
What is a 'density transfer' in Nevada residential development?
AMoving residents from one city to another
BA land use tool allowing development density from one portion of a site (typically sensitive land) to be transferred to another portion of the same site or a nearby site✓ Correct
CA state program transferring federal density allotments to Nevada cities
DAn HOA process transferring shared amenities between communities
Explanation
Density transfer allows development units to be shifted from environmentally sensitive or open space areas of a site to other, more suitable areas. This preserves sensitive lands while allowing the overall project density to remain the same — used in Nevada master-planned communities.
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