Land Use & Zoning
Under Wisconsin law, a 'conditional use' is a land use that:
AIs always illegal
BIs permitted in a zone only after review and approval of specific conditions by the zoning authority✓ Correct
CRequires a state permit only
DIs permitted by right in all zones
Explanation
A conditional use is listed in the zoning ordinance as permissible in a zone, but only after the zoning authority reviews and attaches conditions to protect public welfare.
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