Land Use & Zoning
A buffer zone in land use planning is used to:
AIncrease density between residential and commercial areas
BProvide a transition area between incompatible land uses, such as industrial and residential✓ Correct
CReserve land exclusively for government use
DPrevent any development within 100 feet of a water source
Explanation
Buffer zones are areas planned to separate incompatible land uses—such as between an industrial facility and a residential neighborhood. They may include landscaping, open space, or lower-intensity uses that reduce negative impacts (noise, light, odors) on adjacent properties.
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