Simple English definitions for legal terms
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Zone: An area that is different from the areas around it. It may have special rules about what can be built or done there. Sometimes, an area is put in a holding zone until people decide what should be done with it.
A zone is an area that is different or distinguished from the surrounding areas. It can also refer to an area in a city or town that has specific restrictions on building size and land use due to zoning regulations.
These examples illustrate how a zone can be defined by different characteristics, such as danger, building height, or land use. Zoning regulations help to ensure that areas are used in a way that benefits the community and protects its residents.