Land Use & Zoning
A property owner wants to use their residentially zoned land for a small office. They apply for and receive approval for a use that doesn't conform to current zoning. This is called a:
AVariance✓ Correct
BConditional use permit
CSpot zoning
DNonconforming use
Explanation
A variance is official permission granted by a zoning board to deviate from current zoning requirements due to unique hardship. A conditional use permit allows a use that is not standard in the zone but is permitted under specific conditions.
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