Land Use & Zoning
In NH, a variance from the zoning ordinance is granted by the:
APlanning board
BBoard of selectmen or city council
CZoning board of adjustment (ZBA)✓ Correct
DNH Office of Planning and Development
Explanation
Under NH RSA 674:33, the zoning board of adjustment (ZBA) has authority to grant variances from zoning ordinances when a property owner can demonstrate undue hardship. The planning board handles subdivision and site plan review, not variances.
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