What is a key factor that differentiates down zoning from up zoning?

Down zoning is characterized by the transition from a higher intensity of land use, such as commercial properties, to a lower intensity of land use, which typically includes residential properties. This change reflects a regulatory decision to reduce the development potential on a specific parcel of land, often in response to community needs or desires for a quieter, less congested environment. By focusing on a shift from commercial to residential use, down zoning can help preserve neighborhoods and maintain their character.

The other choices do not accurately describe down zoning. Moving from residential to commercial uses would indicate up zoning, which is not the focus here. Revising neighborhood pricing structures and renewing urban development strategies are more about economic and strategic planning rather than the specific land use intensity changes associated with down zoning.