Florida Real Estate Practice Exam

What requires a show of hardship to be approved?

1. A special use permit

2. A zoning change

3. A variance

4. A building permit

The correct answer is: A variance

A A special use permit does not typically require a show of hardship to be approved. It is more commonly based on specific criteria such as the impact on the surrounding community. B: A zoning change may require a demonstration of need or public interest, but not necessarily a show of hardship. D: A building permit may require meeting certain building codes and regulations, but not a show of hardship. A variance is a request to deviate from the existing zoning regulations or land use restrictions for a specific property. In order for a variance to be approved, the applicant must demonstrate that strict compliance with the regulations would result in unnecessary hardship. This could include things like physical constraints of the property or unique circumstances that prevent the property from being used as intended. Therefore, a show of hardship is required for a variance to be approved.