Land Use & Zoning

In Montana, a 'special use permit' (conditional use permit) for a church in a residential zone would be granted when the use:

AIs prohibited under the zoning ordinance without any exceptions
BIs identified in the zoning code as potentially compatible with the zone subject to meeting specific conditions✓ Correct
CRequires a complete rezoning of the property
DIs automatically approved because churches are always permitted uses

Explanation

Special use permits (conditional use permits) in Montana allow certain uses that are not permitted by right in a zone but may be compatible under specific conditions. The applicant must demonstrate the use will meet the specified conditions, and approval is subject to conditions imposed by the approving authority.

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