Transitions, Inc. v. Board of Zoning Adjustment

McDONALD, Judge:

The appellant, Transitions, Incorporated, is a nonprofit entity which provides residential facilities, counseling and guidance services to qualified pre-released or paroled persons from the Commonwealth’s penal institutions.

The appellant selected a site for its operation in the city of Ashland at 455 29th Street. The property is situated in a designated light industrial zone. The appellant was advised by the Director of Planning and Community Development that the intended use of the property was a “permitted” use in such a zone. With this advice, appellant purchased the…