Variance Request
/ˈvɛəriəns rɪˈkwɛst/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal application submitted to a zoning or planning authority seeking permission to deviate from specific terms or conditions of a land use or building regulation.
The developer filed a variance request to build beyond the height limit set by the municipal code.
Forms
- variance requests
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Commentary
A variance request typically requires demonstrating that strict compliance would cause undue hardship or practical difficulties; precise grounds vary by jurisdiction.
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