Land Use & Zoning
In Maine, a property owner seeks to build a 10-unit workforce housing development in a zone that only permits single-family homes. The owner should apply for:
AA variance from the ZBA
BA zoning amendment or rezoning through the local planning board and municipal council✓ Correct
CA building permit directly from the code enforcement officer
DA special exception from the state
Explanation
A multi-unit development in a single-family zone requires a zone change (rezoning), which involves a formal amendment to the zoning ordinance through the local planning board and municipal legislative body (council or town meeting).
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