Land Use & Zoning
A property in Tennessee is zoned residential but the owner wants to operate a day care center. The owner should apply for a:
ARezoning
BSpecial use permit✓ Correct
CVariance
DNonconforming use certificate
Explanation
Day care centers are often allowed in residential zones by special use permit (also called conditional use permit), which allows uses that may be compatible with a zone but require special conditions.
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