Land Use & ZoningIntermediateAlaska Exam

In Alaska, a 'conditional use permit' (CUP) allows:

AA property owner to use land in a way that is completely prohibited by zoning, in general
BA use that is not permitted by right but may be allowed if certain conditions are metCorrect
CAn automatic variance from height and setback requirements
DA permanent change to the zoning classification of a parcel

Why A use that is not permitted by right but may be allowed if certain conditions are met Is Correct

Answer B: A use that is not permitted by right but may be allowed if certain conditions are met

A conditional use permit (also called a special use permit) allows uses that are not permitted by right in a zone but that the zoning ordinance recognizes as potentially compatible if certain conditions are met. The governing body may impose conditions to minimize impacts.

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