Land Use & Zoning
In Idaho, 'spot zoning' is generally considered:
AA recommended planning practice
BIllegal or invalid when it arbitrarily singles out a small parcel for different treatment not justified by public interest✓ Correct
CAlways permitted if the owner requests it
DThe same as a variance
Explanation
Spot zoning — changing the zoning of a small parcel in a way inconsistent with the surrounding area and the comprehensive plan without justification — is generally considered invalid in Idaho and most states.
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