Land Use & Zoning
Vermont municipalities adopt zoning bylaws under the authority of:
AAct 250 exclusively
B24 VSA Chapter 117, the Vermont Municipal and Regional Planning and Development Act✓ Correct
CThe Vermont Constitution Article IV
DThe Vermont Real Estate Commission rules
Explanation
Vermont municipalities adopt zoning and subdivision bylaws under the authority of 24 VSA Chapter 117, which grants towns the power to regulate land use for the public health, safety, and welfare.
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