Land Use & Zoning
A Virginia property is zoned R-1 (single-family residential). A church wants to build on the site. A church is typically a:
APermitted use by right in R-1
BConditional use (special use permit required)✓ Correct
CNon-conforming use
DProhibited use in all residential zones
Explanation
Churches and places of worship are typically classified as conditional uses in residential zones, requiring a special use permit (conditional use permit) from the local zoning authority.
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