Land Use & Zoning
A Washington property is designated as 'commercial' in the zoning map. The owner wants to understand exactly what uses are permitted. They should consult:
AThe county assessor's office
BThe municipal zoning code's use table for the applicable commercial zone designation✓ Correct
CThe Washington Secretary of State's business registry
DThe property's deed restrictions only
Explanation
The municipal zoning code contains use tables that specify which uses are permitted by right, permitted conditionally, or prohibited in each zoning designation. The specific commercial zone designation (C1, C2, etc.
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