Land Use & Zoning
A nonconforming use in Oregon is a use that:
ARequires a special use permit before beginning operations
BLegally existed before a zoning change but no longer complies with current zoning✓ Correct
CHas been approved by variance from the zoning board
DViolates the setback requirements by more than 10%
Explanation
A nonconforming use (also called a legal nonconforming use) was a lawful use before a zoning change made it inconsistent with current zoning regulations. These uses are generally allowed to continue but face restrictions: they typically cannot be expanded, and if abandoned or destroyed, may lose nonconforming status. Oregon land use law governs nonconforming uses under both state planning goals and local zoning codes.
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