Land Use & Zoning
A special exception (conditional use permit) in Alabama zoning is different from a variance because:
AIt allows any use in any zone
BIt permits a use that is anticipated in the zoning ordinance under specific conditions✓ Correct
CIt overrides deed restrictions
DIt is permanent and irrevocable
Explanation
A special exception (conditional use permit) allows a use that the zoning ordinance anticipates may be appropriate under certain conditions — like a church in a residential zone. A variance deviates from the dimensional requirements of the ordinance.
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