Land Use & Zoning
A Kentucky homeowner wants to build a detached garage on their property but the existing structure already covers 40% of the lot. The zoning ordinance allows a maximum 45% lot coverage. The proposed garage will bring coverage to 50%. The homeowner must seek a:
ARezoning to allow higher coverage
BVariance from the lot coverage requirement✓ Correct
CSpecial use permit for the garage
DCertificate of nonconformity
Explanation
A variance allows deviation from specific dimensional requirements such as lot coverage, setbacks, or building height. The homeowner needs a variance from the lot coverage maximum to build the garage that would exceed the 45% limit.
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