Land Use & Zoning
In Tennessee, a 'right-of-way dedication' to the municipality when a property is subdivided means the owner:
AReceives compensation for the dedicated land
BTransfers ownership of the right-of-way strip to the municipality for public use (streets, utilities)✓ Correct
CMaintains ownership but allows public access
DPays the municipality for the right to develop
Explanation
When land is subdivided, developers are typically required to dedicate right-of-way strips to the municipality (or county) for streets and utilities. The land transfers to public ownership.
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