Land Use & Zoning
A variance in Iowa zoning law is:
AA permanent change to the zoning map
BAuthorization to deviate from specific zoning requirements due to unique property hardship✓ Correct
CA special tax assessment for nonconforming uses
DA legislative act by the city council to rezone a parcel
Explanation
A variance grants relief from specific dimensional or use requirements of a zoning ordinance when strict application would cause undue hardship unique to the property. It is granted by the board of adjustment, not the city council.
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