zoning

[zoh-ning]

adjective

1. (especially in city planning) of or relating to the division of an area into zones, as to restrict the number and types of buildings and their uses.

   zoning laws.

zoning

1. The establishment by local governments of districts that are restricted to various types of manufacturing, commercial, or residential use.

Word History and Origins

Origin of zoning¹

First recorded in 1810–20; zone + -ing ²

Example Sentences

The deal required him to obtain planning permission from the Council, similar to zoning approval in the U.S.

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A review of building along four major rivers will be launched, along with a crackdown on construction that violates zoning regulations, Koster said.

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The bill upzones areas across California, overriding local zoning laws to allow taller, denser projects near public transit.

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It’s not easy to locate a new Sphere arena, due to land availability, zoning, and other issues in American cities, as well as potential community opposition.

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Potential policy changes include adjustments to capital gains exclusions, zoning incentives, and the future of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

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