Land Use & ZoningIntermediateCalifornia Exam

A property owner receives a permit to operate a daycare center in a residential zone. This is an example of a:

AVariance, under standard California zoning and land use law
BRezoning, as typically applied by local planning authorities
CConditional use permitCorrect
DNonconforming use, consistent with standard land use regulation

Why Conditional use permit Is Correct

Answer C: Conditional use permit

A conditional use permit (CUP) allows a use that is not automatically allowed by right in a zone but may be permitted subject to conditions imposed by the local government to protect surrounding properties.

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