American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Practice Exam

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Development occurring on Native American trust lands, within a designated reservation, are subject to?

  1. State regulations governing development

  2. Local regulations governing development

  3. Federal regulations governing development

  4. All of the above

The correct answer is: Federal regulations governing development

Development on Native American trust lands, located within a designated reservation, is primarily governed by federal regulations. These lands are held in trust by the federal government for the benefit of Native American tribes, which means that jurisdiction over these lands often falls under federal law rather than state or local regulations. This federal oversight includes provisions provided by laws such as the Indian Reorganization Act, which helps protect the interests of the tribes and maintains their sovereignty. Consequently, any development activities on these trust lands must comply with federal regulations designed specifically for the preservation and management of Native American resources and rights. While state and local regulations generally apply to development activities within their jurisdictions, they do not have the same authority over trust lands due to the sovereignty of the tribes and the unique legal status of these lands. This distinction is crucial for understanding the regulatory framework that governs development in these specific areas.