In rare instances, it is possible to get an approved non-conforming use on land with certain zoning. This will require the input of a private industry town planning consultant. In general, support from local government for this has to make contextual sense. For example. An inner-city real estate agency known to us operates out of a premises that is an old warehouse (light industrial zone), but they operate an office there. It’s an approved non comforting use, as all the warehouse/light industrial in that area has long since gone. It is now occupied by cafes, bars, gift shops, consulting suites and the like, so a real estate agents office compliments the fabric of the streetscape without any concern.