Variance

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-005142",
  "term": "Variance",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "An authorization granted by a governmental body, such as a zoning board, to depart from the literal requirements of a zoning ordinance. It allows a property owner to use land in a way that is otherwise prohibited, due to unique hardship or practical difficulties. A common type is an area variance, which permits deviations from setback or lot size requirements.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/variance/"
}