Land Use & Zoning
A property owner wants to use their land in a way not permitted by current zoning. They apply for permission to deviate from the zoning requirements. This is called a:
AConditional use permit
BVariance✓ Correct
CNonconforming use
DRezoning
Explanation
A variance is an official exception to the strict application of zoning regulations granted by a zoning board when strict enforcement would cause undue hardship. A conditional use permit allows a use that is allowed in the zone only under certain conditions.
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