Create Urban Agriculture Incentive Zones to encourage local farming
In Plain English
The city is considering special zones where property owners get tax breaks for growing food instead of developing land. These zones would encourage residents and businesses to start gardens, farms, or food production on vacant lots and underused properties. If approved, participating landowners pay reduced property taxes in exchange for keeping their land in agricultural use.
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