Urban Planning Department
/ˈɜrbən ˈplænɪŋ dɪˈpɑrtmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A governmental or municipal agency responsible for overseeing land use, zoning, and development regulations within urban areas.
The Urban Planning Department approved the new residential project after thorough review.
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- urban planning department
- urban planning departments
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Commentary
The term typically denotes a specific governmental division tasked with regulating and guiding urban growth and development, often collaborating with other local agencies.
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