Glossary Of Real Estate Terms [Z]

ZERO LOT LINE:
A zoning regulation which allows certain properties to have buildings placed up to the line dividing separate properties.

ZONE:
An area of a municipality to which certain rules, regulations, bylaws or ordinances apply.

ZONING BYLAW
A rule passed by the local government which regulates the use of property according to its location within the municipality, placement of structures on the property, maximum floor area, minimum lot area, minimum floor-to-lot area ratios, etc.

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