Land Use & Zoning
In Rhode Island, a transfer of development rights (TDR) program allows property owners in a sending zone to:
ADevelop their property at twice the normal density
BSell or transfer development potential to owners in a receiving zone✓ Correct
CAvoid paying property taxes
DOverride local zoning for affordable housing
Explanation
Transfer of development rights (TDR) programs allow property owners in designated 'sending zones' (such as farmland or conservation areas) to sell their development potential to owners in 'receiving zones' where increased density is desired.
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