Land Use & Zoning
Special use permits (conditional use permits) in Wisconsin are granted for:
AUses prohibited outright under the zoning ordinance
BUses that are conditionally allowed in a zone when specific standards are met✓ Correct
CAll variance requests denied by the zoning board
DProperties in historic districts only
Explanation
A special use (conditional use) permit allows specific uses that are listed as conditionally acceptable in a zoning district, provided the applicant meets the standards set forth in the ordinance.
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