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Flashcards in Zoning and Planning, Subdividing of Land, and Special Issues Deck (8)
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1
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What is a DRI (Development of Regional Impact)

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Any development that because of its character, magnitude, or location, would have a substantial effect on the health safety, or welfare of citizens in MORE THAN ONE COUNTY.

2
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What is the zoning board of adjustments

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a semijudicial body of a particular zoning authority designed to handle appeals and requests for relief from zoning restrictions.

3
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What is a nonconforming use?

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A use established prior to prior zoning but has been grandfathered in.

4
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What is a variance?

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Is permission obtained from the appropriate government authorities to deviate from the current zoning.

The property owner must show a HARDSHIP.

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What is a Planned Unit Development (PUD)

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a development larger than a traditional subdivision and usually has mixed uses.

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What are subdivision regulations?

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Restrictions on the division of parcels. Requires the local planning board prior approval. Zoning controls the land use.

Note: Must submit the subdivision plat to the local planning agency to get prior approval and make sure they get it recorded in county records.

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What are wetlands

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Areas with ground water at or near the surface. They provide a location for rainwater to return to the ground.

8
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From the Clean Water Act who controls the permitting system for dredging and filling activities connected to navigable waters.

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U.S. Army Corp of Engineers.