Land Use & Zoning
In Texas, a special use permit (or conditional use permit) allows:
AA property owner to violate setback requirements
BA land use that is not permitted by right in a zoning district but may be allowed with conditions✓ Correct
CA developer to exceed maximum lot coverage
DA landowner to subdivide property without a plat
Explanation
A special use permit (conditional use permit) authorizes a specific use that is not allowed by right in a zoning district but may be permitted if certain conditions are met (such as buffering, traffic mitigation, or hours of operation).
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