Land Use & Zoning
A Pennsylvania 'mixed-use zone' permits which types of uses?
AOnly residential and office uses
BA combination of uses such as residential, retail, office, and sometimes light industrial in an integrated development✓ Correct
COnly commercial uses in former industrial areas
DAny use the property owner chooses
Explanation
Mixed-use zoning allows compatible land uses to coexist in the same zone or building — typically ground-floor retail with residential above, or office and residential in the same development. Pennsylvania municipalities are increasingly adopting mixed-use zones to create walkable, transit-oriented development.
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