rezone

American  

[ree-zohn, ree-zohn, ree-zohn] / riˈzoʊn, riˈzoʊn, ˈriˌzoʊn /

verb (used with object)

rezoned, rezoning

1. to reclassify (a property, neighborhood, etc.) as belonging to a different zone or being subject to different zoning restrictions.

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noun

1. an act or instance of rezoning; reclassification.

   to apply for a rezone.

Etymology

Origin of rezone

First recorded in 1950–55; re- + zone

Example Sentences

He said he got a notice earlier this year that a company was looking to rezone an empty field across the street from his house.

From Barron's • Oct. 18, 2025

He said he got a notice earlier this year that a company was looking to rezone an empty field across the street from his house.

From Barron's • Oct. 18, 2025

County leaders are reviewing a dozen requests that would rezone portions of rural residential land in Mead Valley to create more space for industrial use.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2024

Mayor Mike Millman said he could support “90% of what’s being proposed” by the Chateau Ste. Michelle owners but voiced reservations about the rezone.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 2, 2024

Rockingham County commissioners last month voted unanimously to rezone nearly 200 acres of farmland for commercial use, despite opposition from many local residents.

From Washington Times • Sep. 6, 2023