Land Use & Zoning
An overlay zone is one that:
AReplaces the base zoning for a parcel
BAdds additional requirements or permissions on top of the existing base zone✓ Correct
CApplies only to properties crossing municipal boundaries
DIs identical to a traditional Euclidean zone
Explanation
An overlay zone is an additional layer of zoning regulations imposed over the base zoning district. It may add requirements (historic preservation, flood plain regulations, airport approach zones) or provide additional flexibility for special districts.
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