A Taos County Special Use Application is needed when someone wants to use their land for something that’s not usually allowed by the zoning rules. This could be for things like building a commercial business in a residential area or putting up a large structure for a specific purpose. The application process helps make sure that the proposed use won’t cause problems for the neighborhood or the environment. It allows officials to review the plans and decide if the special use is appropriate and safe.
- Multi-family housing with 4 or more units in certain zones.
- Building in wetlands or commercial areas within wetlands.
- Commercial projects in specific areas mapped by the Planning Department.
- Constructing on steep slopes in high-risk areas.
- Expanding previously approved special permits.
- Growing non-conforming businesses by more than 25%.
- Building condos with 4 or more units, unless permitted elsewhere.
- Installing wireless communication or wind/solar power equipment.
- Operating commercial, industrial, or manufacturing businesses.
- Running commercial mining operations.
- Establishing public facilities like group homes or assisted living centers.
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