Land Use & Zoning
What is 'transfer of development rights' (TDR) and has it been used in Rhode Island?
AA deed transfer mechanism for condominiums
BA program allowing development potential to be sold from a sending area (to be preserved) to a receiving area (where more development is allowed)✓ Correct
CA CRMC permit transfer between coastal property owners
DThe transfer of a building permit to a new applicant
Explanation
TDR allows development rights to be 'transferred' from parcels in conservation or agricultural areas (sending areas) to designated growth areas (receiving areas). Rhode Island has explored TDR as a smart growth and farmland preservation tool.
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