Land Use & Zoning

A North Dakota city annexes rural land adjacent to its borders. After annexation, the land is typically:

AImmediately subject to city zoning regulations
BGiven a transitional zoning classification until a permanent zone is established through the planning process✓ Correct
CExempt from all zoning for 10 years
DAutomatically converted to agricultural use

Explanation

When a city annexes new territory, the land is typically given a transitional or holding zone until the city completes a planning process to determine appropriate permanent zoning. Property owners may petition for specific zoning classifications.

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