Land Use & Zoning

In Florida, a 'variance' from zoning requirements is granted when:

AThe property owner wants a different use from what zoning allows
BStrict application of the zoning ordinance would cause unnecessary hardship due to unique property characteristics✓ Correct
CA developer wants to increase density beyond what zoning permits
DThe community wants to rezone an area for economic development

Explanation

A variance is an exception to specific dimensional or development standards of a zoning ordinance, granted when strict application would cause unnecessary hardship unique to that particular property (not self-imposed). A variance does not change the zoning classification.

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