Land Use & Zoning
A NH municipality's 'open space' zoning designation typically aims to:
AAllow the highest possible density development
BPreserve land from development for environmental, recreational, scenic, or agricultural purposes✓ Correct
CCreate commercial open-air markets
DProvide land for future government buildings
Explanation
Open space zoning designates land for preservation — protecting natural resources, agricultural land, recreational areas, and scenic assets from development. It may allow very limited uses but prioritizes land conservation.
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