Land Use & Zoning
Under NC's Local Government Land Use Control Act, counties in NC have the authority to:
AOverride state environmental regulations
BAdopt and enforce local zoning and land use regulations within their jurisdiction✓ Correct
CSet state building codes
DTax real estate transactions beyond the state excise tax
Explanation
NC General Statutes Chapter 153A grants counties the authority to adopt and enforce local zoning ordinances and other land use controls within unincorporated areas.
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