Business owners in Beach Haven looking to convert their property into a single-family residence will need to apply for a conditional use variance, according to a zoning ordinance introduced by the borough council at its agenda meeting last week.

Councilwoman Jaime Baumiller said that four years ago, the council considered outlawing single-family homes in the business district altogether but got a strong pushback.

“Right now single-family homes are allowed in any zone on any lot size as long as you have the setbacks,” she said.