Land Use & Zoning
A nonconforming use in Oklahoma is best described as:
AA use that violates environmental regulations
BA lawful use that existed before a zoning ordinance was enacted that no longer permits such use, and is allowed to continue under grandfather provisions✓ Correct
CAny use that requires a variance
DA use that is currently prohibited and must be stopped immediately
Explanation
Nonconforming uses are legal uses that predate the current zoning regulations that would prohibit them. They are typically allowed to continue ('grandfathered in') but are often restricted from expansion, and may need to be discontinued if they cease for a certain period.
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