Land Use & Zoning
A Kentucky municipality's comprehensive plan designates an area for future commercial development, but current zoning is residential. A developer who wants to build a shopping center must first obtain a:
AVariance
BRezoning (zone change)✓ Correct
CSpecial use permit
DNonconforming use certificate
Explanation
A rezoning (zone change) is required to change the zoning classification from residential to commercial. A variance modifies dimensional standards, while a special use permit allows specific uses within the existing zone.
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