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special use
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A quick definition of special use:
A special use is when a zoning ordinance allows for certain activities that are important but don't fit with the original rules. This is also called a conditional use. It's like getting permission to do something special that's not normally allowed.
A more thorough explanation:
Special use refers to a type of allowance in a zoning ordinance that permits certain uses of land or property that are considered essential and not fundamentally incompatible with the original zoning regulations.
For example, a city may have a zoning ordinance that only allows for residential properties in a certain area. However, if a business owner wants to open a daycare center in that area, they may be able to apply for a special use permit to operate their business in that location.
Special use permits are granted on a case-by-case basis and typically require the applicant to meet certain criteria or conditions before being approved.