Land Use & Zoning
Transferable Development Rights (TDR) programs in New Mexico cities allow property owners in:
AAll zones to build at any density
BConservation or preservation areas to transfer unused development potential to designated receiving areas✓ Correct
CCommercial zones only to add residential units
DFlood zones to build commercial structures
Explanation
TDR programs allow owners of land in areas targeted for preservation (sending areas) to sell their development rights to developers in designated receiving areas, compensating owners while directing growth.
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