What are types of zoning?

Types of zoning refer to the permitted uses allowed in a particular geographic location. The zoning regulations may place restrictions on every use or "occupancy" of land and structures, according to the zoning type, although certain conditions or special exceptions may be permitted upon grant of an appeal to the proper board or commission.

Common zoning types (which may each contain sub-types) include:

Residential (dwellings and related uses)

Commercial (businesses, health care, public offices, etc)

Industrial (manufacturing, recycling, mining, etc)

Rural (farming, woods, camps, recreation, other scattered uses)

Within residential zones, for example, there may be subclassifications such as R1 (single-family dwellings), R2 (duplex), apartments, condos, and permitted related uses such as home businesses, daycare, schools, churches, and small businesses or public facilities (post office).

Because of the local nature of the regulations it is important that you contact your local building, planning or zoning officials for specific information regarding their classifications and restrictions.