Land Use & Zoning
A nonconforming use in Arizona is best described as:
AA use that has never been permitted in the zoning district
BA use that existed legally before zoning was enacted but does not conform to current regulations✓ Correct
CA use that violates a deed restriction but complies with zoning
DA temporary use allowed during construction
Explanation
A nonconforming use is one that was legally established before current zoning regulations were enacted but does not conform to those regulations. It is generally allowed to continue but may not be expanded.
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