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Distinction between legislative and administrative functions.

Estoppel, waiver, or laches generally not available as a defense, except in exceptional circumstances.

Discusses criteria for variances.

Mere ownership or purchase of land does not constitute a substantial change in position sufficient enough to invoke zoning estoppel.

When “zoning estoppel” may be established.

Rebutting a presumption of abandonment of a nonconforming use.

Zoning estoppel only available in extraordinary circumstances.

All required criteria must be met for a zoning variance

Zoning authorities given wide latitude of discretion. Equitable defenses for zoning ordinance only available in exceptional circumstances.