Land Use Planning
/ˈlænd ˌjuːs ˈplænɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The regulatory process by which public authorities assess, control, and direct the use and development of land to balance social, economic, and environmental objectives.
The city council adopted a new land use planning strategy to manage urban growth responsibly.
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Commentary
Land use planning is typically grounded in statute and involves coordinated policy-making and regulation to guide sustainable land development.
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