Land Use & Zoning
An 'agricultural preservation district' in NC is designed to:
AAllow high-density residential development on farmland
BProtect productive farmland from premature conversion to non-agricultural uses✓ Correct
CMandate that all farmers sell their land to the state
DCreate state parks on farm properties
Explanation
Agricultural preservation (or conservation) districts protect productive farmland from urban sprawl and non-agricultural development through zoning, purchase of development rights, and other mechanisms.
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