Land Use & Zoning
A nonconforming use is:
AA use that requires a special use permit
BA use that was lawful when established but is now prohibited by current zoning✓ Correct
CA temporary use allowed for construction projects
DAn agricultural use in a residential zone
Explanation
A nonconforming use (grandfathered use) was legal when it began but does not comply with current zoning regulations. It is typically allowed to continue but may not be expanded or rebuilt if substantially destroyed.
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