Buffer Zone
/ˈbʌfər zoʊn/
Definitions
- (n.) A designated area created to separate or protect parties, property, or interests from potential harm or conflict, often used in zoning, environmental law, or dispute resolution contexts.
The city established a buffer zone between the industrial site and the residential neighborhood to reduce pollution exposure.
- (n.) A spatial boundary around a sensitive site, such as a military installation or protest area, restricting access to maintain security or public order.
Protesters were kept outside the buffer zone established around the government building during the demonstration.
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- buffer zone
- buffer zones
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Commentary
Buffer zones are often specifically defined by statute or regulation to balance conflicting interests, with precise boundaries critical to enforcement and legal clarity.
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