Land Use & Zoning
Vermont's 'open space' planning designations protect land by:
ARequiring all open space to be publicly owned
BDesignating areas in local plans and zoning to limit development and preserve natural, agricultural, or recreational values✓ Correct
CAutomatically enrolling land in the Current Use Program
DProhibiting landowners from fencing their land
Explanation
Open space designations in Vermont's local plans and zoning bylaws identify land valued for its natural, agricultural, scenic, or recreational qualities and may limit development through zoning, large lot minimums, or performance standards.
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