Land Use & Zoning
A Warwick property owner wants to operate a small retail business from their home in a residential zone. To do so legally, the owner must apply for:
AA variance
BA special use permit or conditional use permit✓ Correct
CA rezoning
DAn easement
Explanation
Operating a home-based business in a residential zone typically requires a special use permit (also called a conditional use permit) from the local zoning board, allowing the use subject to conditions.
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