Zoning

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State and local laws, usually in the form of ordinances, are used to plan, manage and regulate the use and character of real property

Zoning is typically used as a form of urban planning and development. The two significant distinctions between different types of zoning are single-use zoning and mixed-use zoning. Mixed-use, usually under certain conditions, will permit a diverse mixture of commercial and residential use. 

Legal Disputes Between Property Owners

Real property legal disputes often revolve around zoning restrictions – especially in areas zoned for mixed-use. This is incredibly complicated when residents use their homes for commercial purposes,

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