Land Use & Zoning
A special use permit (conditional use permit) in Wisconsin differs from a variance in that it:
AAllows a use that is explicitly permitted under zoning if conditions are met✓ Correct
BGrants relief from the dimensional requirements of the zoning code
CIs only available for commercial properties
DRequires a court order
Explanation
A conditional use permit allows a use that is listed in the zoning ordinance as permissible if certain conditions are satisfied; a variance provides relief from dimensional standards due to hardship.
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