Melissa's home is located in small and quiet neighborhood that has been declared a residential area by the local zoning ordinances.She wants to convert her patio into a small bakery for her neighbors who have often expressed their admiration for her baking skills.Does Melissa have any solution?

A) Yes,she can take permission for a variance.
B) Yes,she can try for an amendment.
C) No,she cannot go against a zoning ordinance.
D) No,a residential zone can never be used for commercial purposes.

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Lauren lemke · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  A person seeking a variance usually claims that the ordinance works an undue hardship on her by denying her the opportunity to make reasonable use of her land.Examples of typical variance requests include a property owner's seeking permission to make a commercial use of her property even though it is located in an area zoned for residential purposes,or permission to deviate from normal setback or building size requirements.

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