Zoning
Local rules that control how land can be used, such as residential, commercial or mixed use, plus limits on density, height and setbacks. Zoning affects what you can build or rent.
Also called: zoning laws, zoning code, land use, rezoning
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A second, smaller home on the same lot as a main house, such as a garage apartment or backyard cottage. Local zoning decides whether you can build or rent one.
Local government approval for construction, additions, or major system work. Unpermitted work can cause problems with appraisals, insurance, and resale.
Renting a property for short stays, often under 30 days, through booking platforms. Income can be higher but costs vary more, and many cities restrict or license it.
A property or project that combines more than one use, often retail on the ground floor with apartments or offices above. Zoning must allow the combination, and financing can be more complex.
A right for someone else to use part of a property for a set purpose, such as a utility line or a shared driveway. Easements usually stay with the property when it sells.