Land Use & Zoning
Oklahoma's agricultural land preservation efforts include which tool designed to protect farmland from development?
AMandatory green belts in all zoning ordinances
BAgricultural preservation easements (conservation easements)✓ Correct
CState moratoriums on residential development
DOREC-mandated farm-to-market deed restrictions
Explanation
Conservation (agricultural preservation) easements are voluntary agreements between landowners and qualified organizations that restrict development rights on agricultural land, preserving it for farming while allowing the landowner to retain ownership.
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