Land Use & Zoning
A nonconforming use in Michigan zoning refers to:
AAn illegal structure built without a permit
BA use that was lawful when established but no longer conforms to current zoning regulations✓ Correct
CA commercial use in a residential zone that has never been permitted
DA use requiring a special land use permit
Explanation
A nonconforming use is one that was legally established before current zoning regulations were adopted but no longer complies with those regulations. Michigan generally allows nonconforming uses to continue but restricts their expansion.
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