Land Use & Zoning
What is urban sprawl and how do Ohio communities address it?
ADense urban development
BUnplanned low-density development spreading from city centers; addressed through smart growth, compact zoning, and growth boundaries✓ Correct
CBlighted urban neighborhoods
DIndustrial expansion in cities
Explanation
Urban sprawl refers to dispersed, low-density development spreading outward from urban centers. Ohio communities address it through smart growth initiatives, urban growth boundaries, compact and mixed-use zoning, transit-oriented development, and infill incentives.
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