The Requirement in Oregon for Every Metropolitan Area to Establish

question 39

Multiple Choice

The requirement in Oregon for every metropolitan area to establish an urban growth boundary is intended to _______________

• A) reduce the size of natural areas adjacent to cities
• B) force people to move elsewhere
• C) take away incentives for renewal of urban areas
• D) increase the size of suburbs
• E) reduce urban sprawl

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