Land Use & Zoning
What is 'urban sprawl' and why is it a concern in South Carolina coastal areas?
ADense urban development that overloads infrastructure
BUnplanned low-density development spreading from urban centers, impacting natural areas✓ Correct
CDevelopment of high-rise buildings in coastal areas
DOvercrowding in established urban neighborhoods
Explanation
Urban sprawl is unplanned, low-density development spreading into rural or natural areas. In SC coastal areas, sprawl threatens ecosystems, increases stormwater runoff, strains infrastructure, and impacts the quality of life that makes coastal areas desirable.
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