Land Use & Zoning
In Ohio, a 'development agreement' between a municipality and a developer typically:
ARequires the municipality to approve all future development proposals
BProvides regulatory certainty to the developer in exchange for specified public benefits✓ Correct
CAllows the developer to exceed all zoning standards
DReplaces the need for building permits
Explanation
Development agreements provide developers with regulatory certainty (vested rights) for a project over a specified period, in exchange for the developer providing public benefits like affordable housing, infrastructure, or open space.
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