When dealing with real estate developers, a village must be clear on what “single-family housing” means. However, defining a “family” can be tricky when it comes to avoiding legal challenges. The ...

Two Montgomery County churches have been cited by the Pottstown Borough for violating the zoning code’s definition of “church,” by offering free meals, collecting and distributing essentials, hosting ...

The increased cost of housing is a major driver of inflation. It’s even forcing modest change in the restrictive zoning codes that distort and restrict supply. California has now moved to legalize ...

Looking to rent out an accessory dwelling unit like your souped-up garage or modified attic? Under St. Paul zoning codes, you’re only supposed to lease to “family” — as in one family will share the ...

The Village of Massapequa Park has broadened its definition of a family, pending approval by Nassau County. The definition of “family” is found in the town’s zoning code, which restricts housing in ...

The change is part of a massive overhaul of the city’s zoning code that’s taken nearly a decade to implement. The seemingly dozens of fast-casual restaurants expanding and moving into D.C. may have an ...

For years, courts across the country have been dealing with what constitutes a legal marriage and, as such, who can be legally married. In essence, these cases have focused on how or whether the word ...

Proposed changes to Havre de Grace’s city zoning ordinance introduced this week would strengthen the city’s position regarding the latest development plan for University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake ...

KINGSTON, N.Y. — The city’s Planning Board unanimously turned back a proposal to modify the zoning code’s limits for affordable and workforce housing under Kingston’s form-based zoning code on Monday, ...

KINGSTON, N.Y. — The city’s Common Council will host a public hearing on a proposal to modify the city’s form-based zoning code’s limits for affordable and workforce housing. The hearing will take ...