Land Use & Zoning
A Connecticut property owner wants to rezone their land from residential to commercial. They should apply to:
AThe Connecticut Department of Housing
BThe local Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) by petitioning for a zone change✓ Correct
CThe Connecticut Superior Court
DThe local Zoning Board of Appeals
Explanation
Rezoning in Connecticut is accomplished by petitioning the local Planning and Zoning Commission (or in some towns, the Zoning Commission). The Commission holds public hearings and decides whether to amend the zoning map or regulations.
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