Land Use & Zoning
A 'buffer zone' in NH zoning typically refers to:
AA financial reserve required of developers
BA transitional area between incompatible land uses, often with landscaping or setback requirements✓ Correct
CA flood protection area
DA historic preservation zone
Explanation
A buffer zone is a transitional area between incompatible uses (e.g., between industrial and residential) that provides visual, noise, and safety separation, often achieved through landscaping, fencing, or setbacks.
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