What is zoning?
Zoning is local law that divides land into districts and sets how property in each district may be used and built on, such as residential, commercial or agricultural.
In practice
- Zoning can control lot size, building height, setbacks and density.
- The local planning or zoning office has the official map and rules.
General information, not legal, tax or financial advice. Rules vary by state and MLS.
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