Area zoning

What does Area zoning mean in American Law?

The definition of Area zoning in the law of the United States, as defined by the lexicographer Arthur Leff in his legal dictionary is:

An important feature of most zoning regulations, specifying the amount of land surface which may be built upon. It includes, e.g., for individual dwelling units specifications of the size of front, rear and side yards, and how far houses must be set back, and for multiple-dwelling or high-rise business buildings, how much of the tract must be left as open space.

Concept of Area Zoning in the context of Real Property

A short definition of Area Zoning: Mainly residential zoning which regulates the ratio of improvements to land, setbacks, etc. Also called bulk zoning.

Concept of Area Zoning in the context of Real Property

A short definition of Area Zoning: Mainly residential zoning which regulates the ratio of improvements to land, setbacks, etc. Also called bulk zoning.