Zoning
Local land-use regulation.
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Real Estate Land Use
Zoning and controls.
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Setback
Required distance from lot lines.
Variance
Exception to zoning rule.
Nonconforming use
Legal use that no longer matches zoning.
Building code
Safety/construction standards.
Eminent domain
Government takes private property for public use.
Condemnation
Process of taking via eminent domain.
Just compensation
Payment required for taking.
Escheat
Property reverts to state without heirs.
Police power
Government power to regulate for welfare.
CC&Rs
Covenants, conditions, and restrictions.
Spot zoning
Singling out a parcel (often scrutinized).
Buffer zone
Transitional area between zones.
Impact fees
Charges for new development effects.