Land Use & Zoning
A nonconforming use in a zoned area means:
AA use that has been newly approved by the zoning board
BA lawfully established use that does not conform to current zoning regulations but is allowed to continue✓ Correct
CAny use that requires a variance
DA temporary use permit
Explanation
A nonconforming use is a use that legally existed before a zoning ordinance was enacted or changed and is allowed to continue even though it does not conform to current regulations.
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