Question 1

A zoning variance allows an owner to deviate from the existing zoning law.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

A government-issued document that states a structure meets local zoning and building code requirements and is ready for use is called a Certificate of ____________________.

Accepted Answer

Occupancy

Question 3

Choose the one most appropriate answer for each.
-a report that contains information regarding the effects of a proposed project on the environment

Accepted Answer

A)  amendment
B)  buffer zone
C)  building codes
D)  CERCLA
E)  certificate of occupancyF) conditional use permitG) downzoningH) EIS or EIRI) land-use-controlJ) mapping requirementK) master planL) nonconforming useM) Phase IN) Restrictive covenantsO) Spot zoningP) takingQ) TDRsR) varianceS) windfall gainsT) zoning laws H

Question 4

A Phase III assessment is always required to maintain a innocent landowner defense.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Good land use planning requires a long-range master plan. Which of the following is LEAST essential for any good master plan?

Accepted Answer

A)   Physical and economic surveys of the whole subdivision
B)   Long-range continuity provisions
C)   Provisions for the eventual transition to commercial development
D)   A balance between the economic and social needs of the community

Question 6

Choose the one most appropriate answer for each.
-an improvement that is inconsistent with current zoning regulations

Accepted Answer

A)  amendment
B)  buffer zone
C)  building codes
D)  CERCLA
E)  certificate of occupancyF) conditional use permitG) downzoningH) EIS or EIRI) land-use-controlJ) mapping requirementK) master planL) nonconforming useM) Phase IN) Restrictive covenantsO) Spot zoningP) takingQ) TDRsR) varianceS) windfall gainsT) zoning laws

Question 7

An environmental impact statement should reveal the effect of a planned development on property values.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

A(n)____________________ allows an individual landowner to vary from zoning requirements.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)____________________ allows an individual landowner to vary...

Question 9

Local residents may best gain control over the future development of their community by paying attention to

Accepted Answer

A)   land use covenants.
B)   eminent domain purchases by private individuals.
C)   restricting the trade of developers and real estate agents.
D)   public zoning decisions.

Question 10

When an existing structure does not conform with a new zoning law, it is "grandfathered-in" as a nonconforming use.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

A strip of land that separates one land use from another is called a

Accepted Answer

A)   buffer zone.
B)   median strip.
C)   non-use zone.
D)   restricted zone.

Question 12

A strip of land that separates one land use from another is called a ____________________ zone.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A strip of land that separates one...

Question 13

Denise applied for a permit to build a greenhouse in her back yard. Her request was denied because of setback requirements. She appealed at a hearing before the planning board and subsequently had her permit approved. Denise obtained

Accepted Answer

A)   a variance.
B)   an offset deed.
C)   a plat approval.
D)   an encroachment permit.

Question 14

The basic authority for zoning laws is derived from a state's

Accepted Answer

A)   powers of eminent domain.
B)   right of taxation.
C)   both a and b.
D)   neither a nor b.

Question 15

Minimum standards for materials and construction of buildings are set by building codes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

An improvement that is inconsistent with current zoning regulations is considered a _________________________ use.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An improvement that is inconsistent with current...

Question 17

Permission to use a building for a nonconforming use may be accomplished by obtaining a zoning ordinance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

When a garden apartment development is situated between an office park and a subdivision of single-family residences it is known as a commercial zone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A zoning variance involves a change in the zoning law.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

An existing structure that would be prohibited under current zoning laws is called

Accepted Answer

A)   a restrictive zone use.
B)   a nonconforming use.
C)   an impact statement property.
D)   a land use restriction.

Exam 24: Land-Use Control

A zoning variance allows an owner to deviate from the existing zoning law.

A government-issued document that states a structure meets local zoning and building code requirements and is ready for use is called a Certificate of ____________________.

Choose the one most appropriate answer for each. -a report that contains information regarding the effects of a proposed project on the environment

A Phase III assessment is always required to maintain a innocent landowner defense.

Good land use planning requires a long-range master plan. Which of the following is LEAST essential for any good master plan?

Choose the one most appropriate answer for each. -an improvement that is inconsistent with current zoning regulations

An environmental impact statement should reveal the effect of a planned development on property values.

A(n)____________________ allows an individual landowner to vary from zoning requirements.

Local residents may best gain control over the future development of their community by paying attention to

When an existing structure does not conform with a new zoning law, it is "grandfathered-in" as a nonconforming use.

A strip of land that separates one land use from another is called a

A strip of land that separates one land use from another is called a ____________________ zone.

Denise applied for a permit to build a greenhouse in her back yard. Her request was denied because of setback requirements. She appealed at a hearing before the planning board and subsequently had her permit approved. Denise obtained

The basic authority for zoning laws is derived from a state's

Minimum standards for materials and construction of buildings are set by building codes.

An improvement that is inconsistent with current zoning regulations is considered a _________________________ use.

Permission to use a building for a nonconforming use may be accomplished by obtaining a zoning ordinance.

When a garden apartment development is situated between an office park and a subdivision of single-family residences it is known as a commercial zone.

A zoning variance involves a change in the zoning law.

An existing structure that would be prohibited under current zoning laws is called