Land Use & Zoning
A variance in zoning law is:
AA complete change to the zoning classification of a parcel
BPermission to use land in a way that is prohibited in the current zoning district
CA relief from a specific zoning requirement due to unique hardship✓ Correct
DA temporary permit for construction
Explanation
A variance is a grant of relief from specific zoning requirements (such as setbacks, height limits, or lot coverage) when strict compliance would create an unnecessary hardship due to unique characteristics of the property. It does not change the zoning classification.
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