zoning

noun

zon·​ing ˈzō-niŋ How to pronounce zoning (audio)
: the act or process of partitioning a city, town, or borough into zones reserved for different purposes (such as residence or business)
also : the set of ordinances by which such zones are established and regulated
voted to change the town's zoning
zoning laws

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Prospective buyers are attracted to the area’s generous yard space and zoning for ADUs, or accessory dwelling units, Berglund said. Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024 When conversations are packed with explanations, listeners often end up zoning out or losing track. Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024 Bratcher hopes to be involved with planning and zoning, road issues and spending time on constituent services. Eleanor McCrary, The Courier-Journal, 6 Nov. 2024 Flashback: Altoona's planning and zoning commission denied recommending the Starbucks during its Sept. 24 meeting, because of traffic and the drive-thru's proximity to the school, since both have the same peak hours. Linh Ta, Axios, 1 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for zoning 

Word History

First Known Use

1912, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of zoning was in 1912

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“Zoning.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zoning. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

Legal Definition

zoning

noun
zon·​ing
: municipal or county regulation of land use effected through the creation and enforcement of zones under local law

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