Land Use & Zoning
In Texas, a 'right to farm' provision protects agricultural operations from:
AProperty taxes on agricultural land
BNuisance lawsuits brought by nearby residential neighbors who moved to the area after the farm was established✓ Correct
CEminent domain takings for non-agricultural purposes
DHOA deed restrictions
Explanation
Texas's Right to Farm Act protects agricultural operations (farms, ranches, feedlots, etc.) that existed before nearby residential development from private nuisance lawsuits. It protects established agricultural uses from new neighbors who object to normal farming activities.
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