zoned
Example Sentences
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Under the ordinance, developers can now build up to four-story buildings with up to 16 units on lots that were previously zoned for single-family homes.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2026
In 2025, Texas passed bills legalizing housing on commercially zoned land and subdivisions of starter homes, which were rendered difficult or illegal to build by municipal zoning laws, large lot requirements, or other design requirements.
From Barron's ● Jun. 24, 2026
He "zoned out" from the conversation and zoomed in on the tune - The Girls by Calvin Harris - and immediately asked for his number with a view to signing him.
From BBC ● May 2, 2026
A few months later, with a new supervisor in place, the township board banned large solar development from land that’s zoned for agriculture.
From Salon ● Apr. 27, 2026
I zoned out completely; hid earbuds under my scarf and listened to music while the world droned on.
From "A Very Large Expanse of Sea" by Tahereh Mafi
