Land Use Law
/ˈlænd ˌjuːs lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of law governing the regulation, control, and use of land and property to balance private rights with public interests.
The city council passed new land use law to restrict commercial development in residential zones.
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- land use law
- land use laws
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Commentary
Land use law integrates statutes, ordinances, and case law shaping how land may be developed or preserved, often requiring coordination among multiple legal domains.
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