Property Ownership and Land Use Practice Question

Question

An investor is comparing two properties involving nonconforming use. Which response best protects the client and keeps the transaction compliant? (Item 71)

Answer choices

1. A. It allows a salesperson to act independently of the responsible broker.
2. B. It shifts all responsibility to escrow and eliminates the broker’s duties.
3. C. Identify a lawful preexisting use that may continue after zoning changes.
4. D. It makes oral promises enforceable in every real estate transaction.

Correct Answer

C. Identify a lawful preexisting use that may continue after zoning changes.

Explanation

The correct answer is C because nonconforming use requires candidates to identify a lawful preexisting use that may continue after zoning changes. The other options overstate the effect of custom, oral agreement, escrow, or independent salesperson action and do not reflect safe California exam practice.

Question details

• Difficulty: easy
• Domain: Property Ownership and Land Use
• Objective: nonconforming use

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