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Zoning Laws >The Zoning Variance

When you are selecting land on which to build your new home, be certain to investigate the zoning for that particular area. You might fall in love with rural acreage that just happens to be zoned for agricultural or recreational purposes. Since zoning uses are not interchangeable, you would need to apply for a variance in order to build a single-family residential dwelling on the land. This can be a challenging process!

Getting approval to have the zoning changed on property requires that you first give public notice, and then request approval for a variance from the government agencies that supervise enforcement of the zoning plan. You might encounter resistance from neighbors or various local interest groups who oppose the zoning changes that would allow you to build your dream home.

Your local planning department can tell you how a particular property is zoned and explain what you need to do to get a variance. Your real estate agent may be able to refer you to a local land use attorney who can guide you through the process.

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Q	What does the term ARM stand for?
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Orr, MN 55771
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Specializing in finding property for buyers in the Northern Minnesota area; lake homes, bare land, hunting lands, cottages in the woods and year round homes. I have lived in Crane Lake almost 25 years so I am very knowledgeable in the area. Homes located from International Falls to Cook and West to Little Fork. Rainy Lake to Lake Vermilion and East to Ely are available on the website. The real estate office is conveniently located within site of Pelican Lake in Orr. Maps, lake information and area property details available at www.TheLakeCountry.com, or at the office, please do contact us with any questions.

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