Environmental
Oregon's 'Beach Bill' (ORS 390.610–390.995) establishes what significant public right?
AThe right of all Oregonians to fish on any beach
BPublic ownership of and access to the ocean beach from the vegetation line to the water✓ Correct
CThe right to build structures within 100 feet of the ocean
DThe right of local governments to sell beach access
Explanation
Oregon's landmark Beach Bill (1967) declared the ocean shore between the vegetation line and the low tide line to be public land held in trust for all Oregonians. This means no private owner can block public access to Oregon's beaches.
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Zoning
Local government regulations that control land use by dividing areas into zones specifying permitted uses, building sizes, and densities.
Eminent DomainThe power of government to take private property for public use, with the requirement to pay the owner just compensation.
Listing AgreementA contract between a property owner and a real estate broker that authorizes the broker to market and sell the property.
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