20 - Planning & Zoning

Question 0

Reducing the cost of growth both in the present and future, allowing the maximum number of properties to achieve their highest and best use, and prevent losses in value by limiting the potential encroachment of non-compatible uses is an example of what?

Answer 0

Planning goals

Question 1

Who has the authority in the following three areas: reviewing and approving of site plans, signs, and subdivision plans?

Answer 1

The planning commission

Question 2

What is it called the overall plan for the city or county?

Answer 2

A comprehensive plan or master plan.

Question 3

What is the most important study in the comprehensive plan?

Answer 3

Population study and demographic information.

Question 4

Which is the study of soil types and the load-bearing capacity of the land?

Answer 4

Physiographic study

Question 5

Large manufacturing plants, large tourist attractions, metropolitan airports, government centers, college and universities, and professional sports franchises are examples of what?

Answer 5

Basic industries or businesses also called export.

Question 6

Florist shops, ice cream parlors, beauty shops, and movie theaters, are examples of what?

Answer 6

Service businesses

Question 7

State law requires local governments to develop a land-use plan that must be coordinated with the land-use plans of surrounding localities which act signifies the impact on planning?

Answer 7

Florida’s growth management act of 1985 and the Land management study act of 1993

Question 8

Density limits the number of dwelling units that are allowed per acre. Which of the following zoning is based on density?

Answer 8

Residential zoning

Question 9

What would be granted when the ordinance imposes an undue hardship on an owner?

Answer 9

Variance

Question 10

A church might be considered to be an example of ____________ use in a residential neighborhood.

Answer 10

Special exception

Question 11

Which term is used to describe a property use that predates the current zoning ordinance but is allowed to exist for at least a period of time?

Answer 11

Legally non-conforming

Question 12

While zoning laws dictate how a property may be used, ___________ establish the standards by which buildings must be designed and constructed.

Answer 12

Building codes

Question 13

planned unit development (PUD) is also known as __________.

Answer 13

Cluster zoning

Question 14

Can a single zero lot home be built in a PUD?

Answer 14

Yes

Question 15

The buyer may void a contract by delivering to seller or seller’s agent or representative written notice of the buyers intentions to cancel within ______ days after receipt of the disclosure summary or prior to closing?

Answer 15

Three days

Question 16

Adequate infrastructure available to support growth and development was mandated by Florida’s Growth Management Act and is a specified in which of the following?

Answer 16

Concurrency rules

Question 17

_______ is a track of land that is designated for planned unit development rather than a single use.

Answer 17

PUD