Property Ownership, Transfer of Title & Land Use 7.3

Question 1

When is a conditional use permit granted?

Answer 1

A conditional-use permit may be granted to a property owner to allow a special use of the property that is defined as an allowable conditional use within that zone because it adds value or it is not too disruptive to the area.

Question 2

Subdivision and land development ordinances are part of what?

Answer 2

A comprehensive plan.

Developers must submit their plans to a planning board or committee for approval in order to receive permits to begin construction.

Question 3

What codes and certificates specify minimum construction standards?

Answer 3

Building Codes

Certificates of Occupancy

Question 4

Regulation of Land Sales Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act:

Answer 4

Regulates interstate sales of unimproved lots.

Designed to prevent fraudulent marketing schemes when land is sold without being seen by the purchaser.

Required to register details with HUD.

Must provide purchasers with property report in any development with 25 lots or more, or the lots are less than 20 acres in size.

Question 5

Deed Conditions or Restrictions can be created by

Answer 5

by the Grantor and will be specified in the deed.

These conditions restrict use.