Land Use & Zoning
A 'special use permit' (conditional use permit) allows:
AConstruction that exceeds height limits
BUses that are allowed in a zone only with specific conditions and approval from the planning board✓ Correct
CThe owner to sell the property at any price
DConstruction without an environmental review
Explanation
A special use permit (conditional use permit) allows certain uses that are permitted in a zoning district only when specific conditions are met and approval is granted by the zoning or planning board.
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