developmentauthority
nounUK /dɪˈvɛləpmənt ɔːˈθɒrəti/
US /dɪˈvɛləpmənt əˈθɔːrəti/
A group of people who plan and help build new things in a place.
The development authority approved the plans for a new park and library.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A government body that manages growth and building projects in a region.
The regional development authority funded the new road network.
3. An organization that oversees the improvement of land or property.
The housing development authority built affordable homes for families.
4. A group given power to carry out a specific building or renewal plan.
The waterfront development authority was created to revitalize the old docks.