Land Use & Zoning
In Virginia, a 'Planned Unit Development' (PUD) zoning designation allows:
AOnly residential development
BA mix of land uses within a single development area with site-specific regulations✓ Correct
CDevelopment without any building permits
DCommercial development in agricultural zones
Explanation
A PUD allows a developer to plan a large project with a mix of uses (residential, commercial, open space) under a unified plan, often with flexibility from standard zoning requirements in exchange for public amenities.
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