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A proposed area rezoning amendment will change land use from residential to manufacturing. Several homes are already located within the area proposed for rezoning. If the current zoning is amended, the residences will probably

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Answer:

Become a preexisting nonconforming use

Explanation:

Zoning

This is simply defined as a known form of work or exercise of power which is in relation to the health, safety, welfare, and morals of the public and cannot be unreasonable or arbitrary .

The reason for zoning is territorial division that is in line with the character of the lands and structures and their unique usefulness for particular uses, and uniformity of use within the division.

Rezoning

This is simply defined as the altering (changing) the zoning classification to allow new and for different uses. It can be said to be adminstrative or legislative.

Zoning Challenges includes:

1) It does not conform to General Plan

2) There is no authority to regulate

3) Spot Zoning

4) Contract Zoning & Development Agreements etc.

Pre-existing Legal/Nonconforming Uses

The Pre-existing legal uses of land is said to be valid after a zoning change. Non-conforming uses may be iincreased or intensified only if they highly/adversely affect the community. They cannot be enlarged or changed.

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