Land Use & Zoning
A zoning ordinance allows a church in a residential zone only with approval from the zoning board after a public hearing. This is an example of a:
AVariance
BNonconforming use
CConditional use permit✓ Correct
DSpot zone
Explanation
A conditional use permit (also called a special use permit) allows certain uses in a zone that are not automatically permitted but may be appropriate under certain conditions. Churches, schools, and hospitals often require conditional use permits in residential zones.
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