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Alabama's nonconforming use allows:

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B) A lawfully established use to continue even if current zoning prohibits it, though it generally cannot be expanded

Nonconforming (grandfathered) uses may continue but typically cannot be expanded. Abandonment for a specified period may terminate the right.

Answer Options
A
Immediate termination
B
A lawfully established use to continue even if current zoning prohibits it, though it generally cannot be expanded
C
Any use regardless of zoning
D
Only industrial uses

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Related Topics & Key Terms

Related Topics:

variancezoning ordinancesamortization doctrineBoard of Zoning Adjustmentvested rights

Key Terms:

nonconforming usegrandfathered usezoningabandonmentexpansion prohibition

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