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A Glossary of Land Use and Planning Terms

This resource helps local officials and the public understand the terms that are commonly used in the process of making local land use and planning decisions.

There is also a two-page insert that lists in alphabetical order acronyms and abbreviations of land use and planning terms.

This publication is available only in electronic format. See a PDF of both the publication and the insert under Documents & Resources on the right for free download.

Understanding the Basics of Land Use Planning: Glossary of Land Use and Planning TermsGlossary of Land Use and Planning Terms: Acronyms and Abbreviations (tab)