Development Permit

/dɪˈvɛləpmənt pərˈmɪt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) An official authorization issued by a governmental or regulatory body permitting the commencement of a specific development project under applicable land use or zoning laws.
    The developer obtained a development permit before starting construction on the residential complex.

Forms

  • development permits

Commentary

Development permits are typically prerequisite approvals ensuring compliance with local planning, environmental, and zoning regulations prior to development activities.

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