Which development action would require a zoning variance or rezoning because it would increase density on the site?

Which development action would require a zoning variance or rezoning because it would increase density on the site?

• A. Building a single-family home on a large lot
• B. Adding a park
• C. Planting trees along boundary
• D. Increase in number of lots per acre

Answer: (D)

Density is the number of dwelling units or lots allowed per acre under the current zoning. Zoning rules set a maximum density to manage infrastructure, traffic, and community character. If a development would push density above that limit, you’d need to change the zoning to raise the allowable density (rezoning) or obtain a variance to deviate from the current density rule for that parcel. Of the given actions, only increasing the number of lots per acre raises density on the site, so it would require a rezoning or a variance. Building a single-family home on a large lot lowers density, adding a park doesn’t create more dwelling units, and planting trees doesn’t affect density.

Density is the number of dwelling units or lots allowed per acre under the current zoning. Zoning rules set a maximum density to manage infrastructure, traffic, and community character. If a development would push density above that limit, you’d need to change the zoning to raise the allowable density (rezoning) or obtain a variance to deviate from the current density rule for that parcel. Of the given actions, only increasing the number of lots per acre raises density on the site, so it would require a rezoning or a variance. Building a single-family home on a large lot lowers density, adding a park doesn’t create more dwelling units, and planting trees doesn’t affect density.