Land Use & Zoning
A cluster development in New Hampshire concentrates homes on a portion of the site to:
AMaximize the number of units on the smallest lots
BPreserve open space and natural features while allowing the same overall density as conventional development✓ Correct
CMinimize infrastructure costs at the expense of green space
DCreate a gated community with private roads
Explanation
Cluster (or open space) developments concentrate homes on smaller lots to preserve larger areas of open space, natural features, and agricultural land — achieving the same total density as conventional development.
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