Land Use & Zoning
A NH property owner receives a 'notice of violation' from the municipality for operating a home-based business without the required home occupation permit. The owner should:
AIgnore the notice as home businesses are exempt from zoning
BAddress the violation by applying for the required permit or ceasing the business use, and potentially appeal if they believe the violation is wrongly issued✓ Correct
CFile a complaint with NHREC
DSeek immediate rezoning of their property
Explanation
A zoning violation notice must be taken seriously. The property owner should address the violation—either by obtaining the required permit, modifying the use to comply, or appealing to the ZBA if they believe the notice is incorrect. Ignoring violations can result in escalating fines and legal action.
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