Land Use & Zoning
A Connecticut municipality rezones a parcel of land to a lower-density category after the owner has already received all required permits and begun construction. This situation is addressed by the legal principle of:
AInverse condemnation
BVested rights—the owner may continue construction if they have significantly relied on the prior permits in good faith✓ Correct
CSpot zoning
DThe rule against perpetuities
Explanation
The vested rights doctrine protects a property owner who has obtained permits, expended substantial funds in good faith, and begun construction under the prior zoning rules from having the zoning changed mid-project. The right to complete the project under the original approval vests when work begins in good faith.
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