A building line is a designated boundary at a specific distance from the lot's front and/or sides beyond which the construction of buildings is restricted. It ensures uniformity and compliance with zoning regulations.
Development rights refer to the legal entitlements attributed to property owners to improve and develop a piece of land within certain regulatory constraints set by local authorities.
Rezoning is the legal process of changing the designated use of a specific parcel or group of parcels on a zoning map, altering the previous permitted activities to suit new needs or goals. This can involve changing residential areas to commercial, industrial to residential, and more.
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