Land Use & Zoning
What is an 'area variance' (dimensional variance) in Delaware?
APermission to deviate from setback, lot coverage, height, or other dimensional requirements of the zoning ordinance✓ Correct
BPermission to change the use of the property
CPermission to add area to an existing structure beyond lot coverage limits
DA variance affecting an entire area rather than a single property
Explanation
An area (dimensional) variance permits a property owner to deviate from specific dimensional requirements — such as setbacks, lot coverage, height limits, or lot size minimums — while keeping the same permitted use.
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