8.5.2.2 - Land-Use Planning
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What is land-use planning?
💡 Hint: Think about how we divide areas for different activities.
Why are zoning laws important?
💡 Hint: Consider how a flood might affect houses.
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What is the primary goal of land-use planning?
💡 Hint: Think about the safety of communities.
True or False: Zoning laws can help protect against natural hazards.
💡 Hint: Consider the effects of building in dangerous areas.
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Design a comprehensive land-use plan for a fictional coastal town at risk of hurricanes, including zoning strategies and community engagement approaches.
💡 Hint: Consider stakeholders and their roles in disaster management.
Analyze a real-world example where ineffective land-use planning led to significant disaster impacts. What lessons can be learned?
💡 Hint: Look for key indicators of poor planning.
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