Land Use & Zoning
A West Virginia city adopts a 'form-based code' for its downtown area. This type of zoning focuses on:
AOnly the permitted uses in each zone
BThe physical form and appearance of buildings rather than primarily on land uses✓ Correct
CEnvironmental standards for new construction
DTax rates for commercial versus residential properties
Explanation
Form-based codes regulate the physical form of buildings (height, setback, facade requirements, building placement) to create a desired urban character, rather than focusing primarily on separating land uses as traditional Euclidean zoning does. Several WV cities have adopted these for downtown revitalization.
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