Citizens must learn how to recognize the signs, and help the afflicted. Medical professionals have obligations regarding proper drug use. They may use drugs for the wrong purpose, or without concern for side effects, seeking ever larger doses. The behavior is damaging to them, to others, and to society. We recognize it as drug abuse.
Public officials have obligations regarding proper land use.
They may use land for the wrong purpose, or without concern for side effects, seeking ever larger parcels. The behavior is damaging to them, to others, and to society. The problem usually springs from ignorance of the community's own approved plan for future conservation and development. Obtain a copy of your community's Comprehensive Plan, Master Plan, or Land Use Plan. It is your prescription.