Land Use & Zoning

Form-based codes focus primarily on:

AThe separation of incompatible land uses
BBuilding design, appearance, and scale relative to the public realm, rather than use categories✓ Correct
CSetting maximum lot coverage ratios
DIdentifying permitted uses in each zone

Explanation

Form-based codes regulate the physical form of buildings (height, setback, facade design, relationship to the street) rather than focusing primarily on land use categories. They are often used in urban infill, transit-oriented development, and traditional neighborhood design.

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