Land Use & Zoning
A nonconforming use in Oklahoma zoning law is:
AA use that complies with all current zoning regulations
BA use that existed legally before a new zoning ordinance was enacted and that does not comply with the new ordinance✓ Correct
CA use that requires a variance to continue
DA use prohibited in all zones
Explanation
A nonconforming use is one that was lawfully established before a zoning change but does not conform to the current regulations. It is generally allowed to continue but may not be expanded and may be subject to amortization.
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