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A conditional use permit allows a property to be used in a way that is not permitted by right in a zoning district, provided that the use is:

Correct Answer

B) Compatible with the zoning district and approved by the local governing authority

A conditional use permit (sometimes called a special use permit) allows a land use that is not permitted by right under current zoning but may be compatible with the district under certain conditions. In Iowa, local zoning boards or city councils review the application and may grant approval subject to conditions designed to mitigate any negative impacts on surrounding properties. The use must be consistent with the intent of the zoning ordinance.

Answer Options
A
Permitted without any government review or conditions
B
Compatible with the zoning district and approved by the local governing authority
C
Automatically granted upon submission of a written application
D
Exempt from all local zoning restrictions and setback requirements

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Related Topics:

Board-of-Adjustmentvariance-comparisonzoning-ordinance

Key Terms:

CUPconditional useapprovalconditionsBoard
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