CHAPTER 18 - LAND-USE CONTROLS QUIZ

13. Regulations which control density and overcrowding are an example of: A. PUD. B. a master plan. C. spot zoning. D. bulk zoning.

D

3. Zoning laws are usually NOT enacted by: A. federal government. B. state government. C. county government. D. city government.

A

Laws that set constructions standards are: A. building codes B. zoning codes C. environmental laws D. condemnation laws

A

11. A country store was located in an area that was zoned residential. If the store is destroyed, which of the following is/are true? A. The owner may rebuild. B. The owner may rebuild o ily if he obtains a variance or spot zoning. C. The owner may restore the property to its original condition. D. The owner may not rebui .d.

B

4. Zoning ordinances and subdivison regulations, as examples of the exercise of police power, usually cover such matters as: A. base lines. B. set back lines. C. deed restrictions. D. encumbrances.

B

6. An imaginary line which denotes the area required between a building and the street is: A. a base line. B. a setback. C. a buffer zone. D. an abatement.

B

7. If deed restrictions prohibit a use permitted by zoning, then: A. zoning controls. B. the deed restriction controls. C. neither will prevail until adjusted. D. the nature of the use is always the controlling factor.

B

8. Beth Stanfield inherited a lot on Central Avenue in the city of Belview. The lot is zoned for single-family, detached residential use. However, in trying to sell the property, Beth has been unable to find a buyer because of the excessively heavy traffic on Central Avenue since its widening two years ago from two lanes to six lanes. Beth has petitioned the Belview zoning board of appeals for permission to build a duplex on the lot. Her request, if granted, would constitute: A. a nonconforming use. B. a variance. C. a zoning change. D. spot zoning.

B

9. The purpose of city planning is most accurately described as: A. the establishment of commerce in a city. B. guiding the future physical development of a city. C. enacting taxation laws. D. creating employment

B

10. Of the statements, which is correct with respect zoning ordinance a city could use its zoning powers for all of the following EXCEPT: A.Planning commissions and master plans generally are not concerned with aesthetic values. B. Zoning regulations super cede deed restrictions. C. Private restrictions and zoning may both be effective with respect to the same land at the same time with private restrictions imposing additional limitations on use. D. Zoning ordinances have retroactive applications.

C

12. A property owner obtains a building permit to add a bedroom to his house. The addition will result in a violation of the se.back restriction in his deed. What, if anything, can the neighbors do to ensure the compliance with the deed restrictions? A. Wait until construction is finished and sue for removal. B. Nothing, since the owner received a building permit. C. Obtain an injunction to pt event construction. D. Ask the county to revoke the permit.

C

15. Jones wishes to buy a home in Mid City. His real estate broker tells him that he will not be allowed to keep his pet alligator in his swimming pool. Which of the following is most likely responsible for this decision? A. The City Health Department B. The City Police Department C. The City Zoning Commission D. The neighbors

C

2. Permission for land-use NOT normally permitted by zoning classification of the property is a/an: A.differential B. zone change C. variance D. egression

C

5. Which of the following would pr wide the most desirable buffer zone betwe en a single-family residential commur ity and an industrial land-use? A. a river B. a six-lane thoroughfare C. a well landscaped public park D. a government jurisdiction boundary line

C

A city could use its zoning powers for all of the following EXCEPT: A. land-use control. B. building permit requirements. C. restrictions on occupancy of property to single women only. D. fire and safety requirements.

C