What is a Rezoning?

A rezoning is required when a property owner proposes to use land for purposes that are not permitted by the current zoning classification. Rezonings always require a public hearing before the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors. Caroline County uses a conditional rezoning process. A conditional request proposes to change the existing zoning district classification to another classification, which permits the proposed use. Additionally, it allows the owner to voluntarily proffer (offer) conditions and/or cash payments which may enhance the proposal, address concerns of nearby property owners and mitigate the fiscal impact of the proposed use. Proffers are similar to covenants, in that they "run" with the land. Once the Board of Supervisors has accepted proffers, however, any changes require a proffer amendment request and public hearings before the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors. For more information,

visit the Planning Commission page.

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26. What is a Rezoning?
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31. When is a certified house location plat required?
32. What is a certified house location plat?
33. May I have more than 1 house on my property?
34. What is required on a (non-surveyed) plat plan for a building/zoning permit?
35. What are setbacks?
36. What is my setback (how to determine)?
37. What is an accessory building/structure?
38. May I construct an accessory building/structure before I build my house?
39. Is there a height limit for my accessory building/structure?
40. What is the maximum size for an accessory building/structure?
41. May I place an accessory building/structure in my front yard?
42. What is the setback for an accessory building/structure?
43. What is the setback for an accessory building/structure on a double frontage lot (a road frontage on the front and rear)?
44. Do I need a building/zoning permit for an accessory structure, which is less than 150 square feet?
45. Is a building/zoning permit required for a fence/wall?
46. What is the setback for a fence/wall?
47. Do I need a sign permit?
48. What is the maximum permitted size and height of a sign?