Land Use & Zoning

Spot zoning in Missouri occurs when:

AA large area is rezoned at once
BA small parcel is rezoned differently from surrounding properties for the benefit of one owner✓ Correct
CA property is zoned for multiple uses
DZoning is applied to agricultural land

Explanation

Spot zoning is the rezoning of a small area inconsistently with the surrounding zone, typically to benefit one owner. It is often legally challenged as arbitrary and inconsistent with the comprehensive plan.

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