Land Use & Zoning
Washington's Growth Management Act identifies 'urban growth areas' (UGAs). Development outside UGAs is generally:
AEncouraged to disperse population
BRestricted to prevent sprawl and protect rural character and resources✓ Correct
CSubject to lower building codes
DExempt from environmental review
Explanation
Under the GMA, development outside designated Urban Growth Areas is restricted to prevent sprawl, protect agricultural and forest lands, and preserve rural character. Urban-level services and density are directed inside UGAs.
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