Land Use & Zoning
In Virginia, adequate public facilities requirements (APF) allow localities to:
AMandate that developers build schools and roads
BCondition development approvals on the availability of adequate roads, schools, water, sewer, and other public infrastructure✓ Correct
CRequire all developers to pay impact fees regardless of facility capacity
DDeny all development until new schools are built
Explanation
Virginia localities may adopt APF ordinances that condition development approval on the availability of adequate public infrastructure, ensuring that growth does not outpace the capacity of roads, schools, utilities, and other public facilities.
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