Land Use & Zoning
A nonconforming use in zoning law refers to:
AAn illegal use that violates current zoning regulations
BA use that legally existed before current zoning regulations were enacted✓ Correct
CA use that requires a special exception permit
DAn abandoned property with no current use
Explanation
A nonconforming use legally existed before current zoning regulations were enacted and is allowed to continue, but typically cannot be expanded. Also known as 'grandfathered' uses.
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