Land Use & Zoning
A property owner in Arkansas who wants to build a fence 2 feet higher than the maximum allowed under the zoning ordinance must apply for a(n):
ARezoning
BArea (bulk) variance✓ Correct
CSpecial use permit
DConditional use permit
Explanation
An area (bulk) variance allows deviation from specific dimensional or bulk requirements (height limits, setbacks, lot coverage) of the zoning ordinance, without changing the permitted use. The fence height issue is a dimensional/bulk matter.
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