Land Use & Zoning
What is a 'nonconforming use'?
AA property owner who refuses to follow building codes
BA use that was legally established before current zoning regulations but no longer conforms to the current zoning✓ Correct
CAn illegal use of property in violation of zoning
DA use that requires a special permit
Explanation
A nonconforming use (grandfathered use) was legally established before current zoning took effect but does not comply with current requirements. It can generally continue but may not be expanded. If destroyed beyond a certain percentage, it may not be rebuilt as a nonconforming use.
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