Land Use & Zoning
A Wyoming property in an agricultural zone that a developer wants to rezone for residential use must go through:
AAutomatic approval since residential use is generally compatible with agricultural zones
BA public hearing and approval process by the county commissioners or planning commission✓ Correct
CState legislature approval
DFederal BLM review since Wyoming has so much federal land
Explanation
Rezoning requires a public process including notice, public hearings, and approval by the appropriate local governing body (county commissioners or planning commission). The request must typically be consistent with the comprehensive plan, or an amendment may be required.
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