planning law
nounUK /ˈplænɪŋ lɔː/
US /ˈplænɪŋ lɔː/
Planning law is the set of rules that decide what buildings can be built and where.
The new houses were delayed because of planning law.
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2. The legal rules that control how towns and countryside are used and developed.
Planning law protects green spaces from being built on.
3. The body of statutes and regulations governing permission for construction projects.
The developer hired a lawyer who specializes in planning law.
4. The system of rules that local authorities follow when deciding on building applications.
Under planning law, the council must consult local residents.