Land Use & Zoning
What is a 'variance' in zoning?
AA change in the entire zoning for an area
BPermission to use land in a way that deviates from current zoning requirements✓ Correct
CA government taking of private property
DA type of deed restriction
Explanation
A variance is official permission granted by a zoning board to use property in a way that technically violates current zoning laws, due to unique hardship circumstances.
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