Land Use & Zoning
A nonconforming use in Kansas is:
AA use that complies with current zoning but violates deed restrictions
BA use that legally existed before a zoning change but no longer complies with current zoning✓ Correct
CAn illegal use that must be immediately removed
DA temporary use permit issued for 1 year
Explanation
A nonconforming use (grandfathered use) is one that was lawfully established before current zoning regulations took effect but does not conform to the current zoning requirements.
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