Land Use & Zoning
A Washington city rezones a property from residential to commercial use to benefit one developer. Neighboring property owners may challenge this as:
AA valid exercise of police power
BSpot zoning that is inconsistent with the comprehensive plan and therefore invalid✓ Correct
CAn eminent domain action
DA regulatory taking requiring compensation
Explanation
Rezoning a small parcel for one property owner's benefit that is inconsistent with the surrounding zone and comprehensive plan is spot zoning. Washington courts have struck down spot zoning as an invalid exercise of the police power.
Related Washington Land Use & Zoning Questions
- Washington's State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) categorical exemptions allow certain small projects to proceed without a SEPA threshold determination. Which of the following is typically categorically exempt under SEPA?
- In Washington, an 'annexation' occurs when:
- A nonconforming use in Spokane is destroyed by fire to more than 75% of its value. Under typical Washington municipal zoning ordinances, the owner:
- Washington's Housing Action Plan legislation encourages cities to:
- In Washington, a 'landscape buffer' requirement in a development project serves to:
- A Washington city's comprehensive plan designates an area for mixed-use development. A property owner wants to build a use not yet allowed by the zoning code. The property owner should request:
- Washington State passed legislation (SB 5290) requiring cities with populations over a certain threshold to allow 'middle housing' types. This legislation is intended to:
- Under Washington law, a property owner has 'vested rights' to develop under prior zoning regulations if they have:
Practice More Washington Real Estate Questions
1,500+ questions covering all exam topics. Start free — no signup required.
Take the Free Washington Quiz →