Land Use and Zoning Attorney in Orange County

It doesn't happen often but when it does,a person can become a little uneasy to find out that you can't use your property for your intended purpose without violating zoning ordinances. There are numerous ways an attorney can assist you in regarding the requirements of the regulations.

Non-Conforming Use

A new zoning ordinance can make existing properties fail the usage conditions or requirements. These type of uses are termed as "non-conforming" uses because they don't "conform" to the requirements of the zoning ordinance.

Conditional Use

A conditional use is a use which is allowed under the zoning ordinance, but it's a use that must meet specific conditions. For example, a zoning ordinance may permit professional offices in a residential zone, if there are a certain number of off-street parking spaces provided.

Variances

A variance or special use permit is an exception to the requirements of a zoning ordinance. Most statutes detail the conditions under which variances may be granted .

Spot Zoning

Local land use plans and zoning ordinances geenrally have restrictions on land uses in particular areas (or "zones") detailed in the plan or zoning ordinance.

Contact a Texas Land Use and Zoning Attorney
They are dedicated to advising clients through all the different real estate issues including variances, conditional use, changes, loan and may very well help you to keep your property used as it you intended it.