Most form-based codes:

Form-based codes (FBCs) prioritize the physical form and character of buildings over their use, distinguishing them from traditional Euclidean zoning, which focuses on land use separation. Option C (regulate the character of buildings) reflects this focus, as FBCs define building types, heights, and placements to shape the urban environment. The APA’sAICP Certification Exam Content Outline(2022), under “Areas of Practice,” notes, “Form-based codes regulate the character and form of buildings rather than their use, focusing on design elements like scale and placement.” Option A (apply to the entire city) is incorrect, as FBCs are often applied to specific districts. Option B (emphasis on land use) is characteristic of Euclidean zoning, not FBCs. Option D (emphasis on the private realm) is incorrect, as FBCs focus on the public realm, such as streetscapes. TheCPC Study Manual(2024) states, “Form-based codes primarily regulate building character to create cohesive urban forms,” supporting option C.