Real Estate Principles Tenth Edition Chapter 25 Real Estate: An Introduction to the Profession Tenth Edition Chapter 24

Chapter 25 / 24 Land-Use Control _________________________

Zoning Laws Regulates the purpose for which buildings may be constructed along with its height and bulk. Establish lot area requirements. Number of parking spaces. Number of persons that can be accommodated.

Common Zoning Symbols R – Residential C – Commercial I – Industrial A – Agriculture M - Manufacturing

Land-Use Restrictions Enforcement Nonconforming use Amendment Variance Conditional-use permit Spot zoning

Land-Use Restrictions Downzoning Taking Buffer zone Legality Value

Building Codes Minimum acceptable materials and construction standards needed to protect public health and safety. Includes standards for structural load and stress, windows & ventilation, size & location of rooms, fire protection, exits, plumbing, heating, lighting, and more!

Deed Restrictions Restrictions on land use that a owner places in the deed to control future development. Also known as restrictive covenants.

Environmental Impact Study Used to determine the effect of a proposed project on the total environment. Includes: Probable impact on area. Adverse environmental effects. Alternatives to proposed project. Listing of irreversible commitment of resources if project is implemented.

Key terms Building codes Certificate of occupancy Downzoning EIS Land-use control Master plan Nonconforming use Restrictive covenants Variance Zoning law