Land Use & Zoning
In New York, a 'special use permit' (also called a conditional use permit) allows:
AAny use prohibited by the zoning ordinance
BCertain uses listed in the zoning ordinance as conditionally permitted, subject to specific standards and board approval✓ Correct
CThe owner to expand a nonconforming use
DThe landowner to subdivide without Planning Board approval
Explanation
A special use permit allows uses that are conditionally permitted under the zoning ordinance (not prohibited outright), provided the applicant meets specific standards and receives approval from the appropriate board (often the Planning Board or ZBA).
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