Land Use & Zoning
What is a 'board of adjustment' (zoning board of appeals) in Delaware?
AA board that adjusts property tax assessments after appeals
BA quasi-judicial body that hears appeals from zoning decisions, considers variance requests, and grants special use permits✓ Correct
CA board that adjusts the comprehensive plan periodically
DA board of real estate professionals that advises developers
Explanation
A Board of Adjustment (Zoning Board of Appeals) is a quasi-judicial body that hears appeals from the decisions of zoning administrators, considers requests for variances from dimensional requirements or use restrictions, and grants special use permits where authorized.
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