Zoning Enforcement
/ˈzoʊ.nɪŋ ɪnˈfɔrsmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The official process of ensuring compliance with local zoning laws and regulations, including investigation and correction of violations.
The city's zoning enforcement office issued a notice for the unauthorized commercial use of the residential property.
Forms
- zoning enforcement
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Commentary
Zoning enforcement is typically administered by municipal authorities and is crucial for maintaining community land use plans; drafting should clearly distinguish enforcement from zoning legislation itself.
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