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City and Regional Planning QUESTION #4983
Question 1
What is the primary objective of Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) in planning?
  • Generate revenue for government
  • Compensate landowners while preserving land✔️
  • Increase development density everywhere
  • Eliminate zoning regulations
Correct Answer Explanation
TDR allows landowners in preservation zones to sell development rights to owners in growth zones, compensating them for development restrictions while preserving agricultural land, heritage sites, or environmentally sensitive areas without government acquisition costs.