Land Use & Zoning
Under Oregon land use law, a 'non-conforming use' is best described as:
AA use that violates current zoning but was lawfully established before the current zoning code was enacted✓ Correct
BAny use that requires a conditional use permit
CA use that exceeds maximum building height limits
DA use that has never been permitted in any zone
Explanation
A non-conforming use is a use that legally existed prior to the enactment of the current zoning ordinance but does not conform to the new zoning regulations. Such uses are typically allowed to continue but cannot be expanded or intensified.
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