Land Use & Zoning
A Maine property owner seeking relief from a specific dimensional requirement (such as a setback) that causes undue hardship would apply for a:
ARezoning
BSpecial exception
CArea/dimensional variance✓ Correct
DBuilding permit variance
Explanation
An area or dimensional variance provides relief from dimensional requirements (setbacks, lot coverage, height limits) when strict application would cause undue hardship. This differs from a use variance, which changes permitted uses.
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