The classification of land by local government that determines what can be built or done on it. Common residential zones include low density (single houses), medium density (townhouses, small apartments), and high density (apartment buildings). Zoning directly affects what you can build on a block and its development potential, always check the zoning before purchasing land for development.
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What is Zoning?
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