Land Use & Zoning
What is Pennsylvania's 'Official Map' and what authority does it give municipalities?
AThe official GIS map maintained by the Pennsylvania Department of State for all land parcels
BA municipal planning tool authorized by the MPC that reserves land for future public uses (roads, parks, utilities) before the municipality is ready to acquire it✓ Correct
CThe zoning map required to be posted in all local government offices
DA PADEP map designating environmental protection areas across Pennsylvania
Explanation
Pennsylvania's MPC authorizes municipalities to adopt an Official Map designating land reserved for future public uses — roads, parks, schools, utilities. Once adopted, landowners in reserved areas may be precluded from building structures that would interfere with the future public use. The Official Map is a planning tool allowing municipalities to protect future capital investments. Pennsylvania landowners in Official Map reserve areas should understand the implications before developing.
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