Land Use & Zoning
A special use permit (conditional use permit) differs from a variance in that it:
AAllows a use that the zoning ordinance permits only under specific conditions✓ Correct
BPermanently rezones the property
CExempts the property from all future zoning changes
DIs granted automatically upon application
Explanation
A special use permit allows a use that is recognized by the zoning code as potentially appropriate in a zone, but only with conditions and review. A variance, by contrast, allows deviation from dimensional or other requirements of an otherwise permitted use.
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