Euclidean zoning districts are based on which element of the Comprehensive Plan?

Euclidean zoning, named after the 1926 caseVillage of Euclid v. Ambler Realty Co., organizes land uses into distinct districts (e.g., residential, commercial) based on the Land Use Plan, a core element of the Comprehensive Plan that designates future land use patterns. Option D (Land Use Plan) is correct. The APA’sAICP Certification Exam Content Outline(2022), under “Plan and Policy Development,” states, “Euclidean zoning districts are directly based on the Land Use Plan, which outlines the intended use of land within a jurisdiction.” Option A (Capital Improvements Plan) deals with infrastructure funding. Option B (Major Street Plan) focuses on transportation. Option C (Community Facilities Plan) addresses public services. TheCPC Study Manual(2024) confirms, “Euclidean zoning aligns with the Land Use Plan to regulate land use distribution,” supporting option D.