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________________ Zoning/Land-Use Control

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Zoning Laws Regulates the purpose for which buildings may be constructed along with its height and bulk.

Establish lot area requirements. Number of parking spaces. Number of persons that can be

accommodated.

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Common Zoning Symbols R – Residential C – Commercial I – Industrial A – Agriculture M- Manufacturing

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Land-Use Restrictions Enforcement

Nonconforming use Amendment Variance Conditional-use permit Spot zoning

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Land-Use Restrictions Downzoning Taking Buffer zone Legality Value

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Building Codes Minimum acceptable materials and

construction standards needed to protect public health and safety.

Includes standards for structural load and stress, windows & ventilation, size & location of rooms, fire protection, exits, plumbing, heating, lighting, and more!

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Deed Restrictions Restrictions on land use that a owner places

in the deed to control future development. Also known as restrictive covenants.

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Environmental Impact Study Used to determine the effect of a

proposed project on the total environment.

Includes:◦ Probable impact on area.◦ Adverse environmental effects.◦ Alternatives to proposed project.◦ Listing of irreversible commitment of resources

if project is implemented.

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Key Terms Building codes Certificate of occupancy Downzoning Land-use control Master plan

Nonconforming use Restrictive covenants Variance Zoning law