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Development Following a Zoning Map Amendment

 

At the time that the local legislature adopts a zoning code, it approves a zoning map. The zoning map indicates the use district within which a particular property is located. The text of the zoning ordinance will indicate the particular uses permitted in the particular district as well as the governing bulk regulations. By obtaining a zoning map amendment affecting a particular parcel of land, or a change in the text of the zoning ordinance, the owner can alter the use or bulk regulations applicable to the property. The adoption of zoning map and text amendments are discretionary with the locality’s officials charged with responsibility for amending the ordinance text and map.

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