Land Use & Zoning
Under Massachusetts zoning law, 'use by right' means:
AA use requiring a special permit
BA use that is permitted in the zone without requiring any special approval✓ Correct
CA constitutional right to use land for any purpose
DA right created by adverse use
Explanation
A use 'by right' (or 'as of right') is permitted in a zoning district without needing a special permit, variance, or other discretionary approval—only a building permit is needed if construction is involved.
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