Zoning laws help prevent a. new businesses from competing with old businesses
b. new buildings from being developed
c. new development from negatively impacting established businesses and residents
d. new factories from being introduced in an area
The correct answer is c. new development from negatively impacting established businesses and residents.
Zoning laws are regulations that determine how land can be used in certain areas. They help to organize urban development and ensure that new buildings and developments do not disrupt the existing community, businesses, or residents by managing issues like traffic, noise, and land use compatibility. This way, they promote orderly development and protect the interests of established properties.