Land Use & Zoning
A 'use variance' in Tennessee allows a property owner to:
ABuild taller than the height limit in the zone
BUse the property for a use not permitted in the existing zone✓ Correct
CPlace a sign larger than the code allows
DBuild closer to the property line than setbacks allow
Explanation
A use variance allows a land use not permitted in the existing zoning district. Use variances are rarely granted because they effectively amount to spot rezoning.
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