Land Use & Zoning
A Vermont developer wants to build 5 feet closer to the road than the setback requirement allows. They should apply for a:
AConditional use permit
BVariance✓ Correct
CRezoning
DAct 250 permit
Explanation
A variance is relief from the strict application of dimensional zoning requirements (setbacks, height limits, lot coverage). A developer seeking to build closer to a road than the setback requires would apply for a dimensional variance.
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