Chp. 17 Quiz - Land Use Regulations Flashcards

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The purpose of the Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act is to

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Prevent fraud in marketing land that is sold sight unseen.

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2
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Residential zoning regulates

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the density, value, and aesthetics of the area.

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3
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In New York, ___________ liens take priority over any other liens.

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property tax

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4
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How are covenants enforced?

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By injunction

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5
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A zoning _________ allows a use that differs from the applicable ordinance for a variety of justifiable reasons.

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variance

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6
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Which of the following is not a common type of zone classification?

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Military

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7
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The Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act prevents

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fraud in marketing land that can be sold sight unseen.

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The following is NOT an example of the exercise of police power.

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Restrictive covenants

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9
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What law(s) requires meetings of governmental agencies and departments to be open to the public?

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The sunshine laws

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10
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If a municipality exerts its power of eminent domain against a certain property owner, what happens?

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The owner must sell the property or grant an easement to the municipality for just compensation.

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11
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Where does the term “taking” come from in regard to eminent domain?

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The Fifth Amendment

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12
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The Doctrine of Laches states that if property owners are

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lax in protecting their property rights, the property owner may lose those rights.

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13
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Which of the following would NOT be included in an Environmental Impact Statement?

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The cost of the project

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14
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In most jurisdictions, who manages the master plan?

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The planning board

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15
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What is it called when a small area of land in an existing neighborhood is singled out and placed in a different zone from that of neighboring property?

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Spot zoning

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16
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What is the fundamental purpose of a building permit?

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To ensure that improvements comply with codes

17
Q

What is a housing concept that produces a high density of residential housing units, a maximum use of open spaces, and greater development flexibility?

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A planned unit development

18
Q

Common zoning classifications do NOT include which of the following?

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Wetlands

19
Q

If a person dies with no heirs and no one else to receive the deceased person’s property, the state uses the power of ___________ to claim the property.

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Escheat

20
Q

What can Sarah’s neighbors do if she violates restrictive covenants and installs a swimming pool on her property?

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File for an injunction