Urban Planning Law
/ˈɜrbən ˈplænɪŋ lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of law governing the regulation, development, and use of land and urban spaces to manage growth, zoning, land use, environmental impact, and public infrastructure.
The city council revised the urban planning law to promote sustainable development and reduce urban sprawl.
Forms
- urban planning law
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Commentary
Urban planning law intersects multiple legal fields and often requires coordination between regulations on land use, environmental impact, and municipal governance.
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