rezoning

Meanings

• noun

  The process of changing the zoning designation of a property or land.

  - "The city council approved the rezoning application for the new commercial development."
  - "The rezoning of agricultural land for residential use is a contentious issue in the community."

• noun

  A decision or determination made by an authority or organization regarding the zoning of property.

  - "The rezoning decision was met with protests from local residents."
  - "The rezoning of the property increased its value significantly."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with rezoning
rejoicing , teasing , pleasing

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Variants

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rezone , rezoned , rezones , rezoning , rezonings

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Etymology

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The term 'rezoning' is derived from the words 're' meaning 'again' and 'zoning' which refers to the division of land into specific zones for various uses.

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Trivia

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1. The first recorded use of the term 'rezoning' was in 1910 in the United States.

2. Rezoning can lead to increased property values, but it can also lead to displacement of existing residents and businesses.

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Related Concepts

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1. Urban planning: Rezoning is a key aspect of urban planning and involves changing the land use designation of a property to accommodate new development or to reflect changing community needs.

2. Zoning laws: Rezoning is governed by zoning laws which outline the permitted uses for different types of land and help to regulate development and protect property values.

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Culture

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Rezoning is a significant process in urban planning and development, often leading to debates and controversies regarding the impact on communities and property values.

How to Memorize "rezoning"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a city planning map with different zones colored differently. Visualize the process of changing the color of a zone to represent a rezoning decision.
   - Think of a property owner holding a sign that reads 'Rezoning Needed'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'rezoning' with urban development and growth.
   - Think of the term 'rezoning' as a way to give a new identity to a property or land.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the 'R' in rezoning stands for 're' as in repeating a process.
   - Think of the word 'zoning' as a way to 'zone' in on a specific property or land.

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