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Definition: Exclusionary zoning is a type of zoning that excludes a specific class or type of business from a district.
Example: An example of exclusionary zoning is when a city creates a zoning law that prohibits the construction of affordable housing in certain neighborhoods. This type of zoning is often used to keep low-income families out of wealthy neighborhoods.
This type of zoning can be discriminatory and can lead to segregation and inequality. It can also limit economic opportunities for certain groups of people.