Technical Background
5.14. Land Use
The basis of land use planning and regulation relates to the government’s
role in protecting the public’s health, safety, and welfare. Local jurisdictions’
general plans and zoning ordinances can be the most effective tools for
avoiding or resolving land use compatibility issues. These tools ensure the
separation of land uses that differ significantly in character. Land use
separation also applies to properties where the use of one property may
adversely impact the use of another. For instance, industrial uses are often
separated from residential uses to avoid impacts related to noise, odors,
lighting, and so forth. Land use planning around military installations is similar to the process for
evaluating other types of land uses. For i