development control

[/dɪˈveləpmənt kənˈtroʊl/]
nounpl: development controls
controle do desenvolvimento urbano
1. Regulatory system used by local authorities to manage and restrict building and land use development in specific areas
The city implemented strict development control measures to preserve the historic district.
A cidade implementou medidas rigorosas de controle do desenvolvimento urbano para preservar o distrito histórico.
2. Permission or authorization process required before construction or modification of property can proceed
Developers must obtain development control approval before breaking ground on the new shopping center.
Os desenvolvedores devem obter aprovação de controle do desenvolvimento antes de iniciar a construção do novo shopping.
3. System of planning regulations that determines what types of buildings can be constructed in designated zones
Development control zoning ensures residential areas remain separate from industrial facilities.
O zoneamento de controle do desenvolvimento garante que as áreas residenciais permaneçam separadas das instalações industriais.
Development control is a fundamental aspect of urban planning in both the UK (where the term originates) and increasingly in Brazil. In Brazil, this concept is implemented through municipal regulations like the 'Lei de Uso e Ocupação do Solo' (Land Use and Occupation Law). It reflects concerns about sustainable urban growth, environmental protection, and preservation of neighborhood character. In the USA, the equivalent concept is typically called 'zoning' or 'land use regulation' rather than 'development control.'
Synonyms / Sinônimos
planning permissionbuilding regulationzoning controlland use regulation
Antonyms / Antônimos
unrestricted developmentderegulationfree development

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
controle do desenvolvimento urbano; controle do desenvolvimento
Most common term used in urban planning contexts in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
controle de desenvolvimento urbano
Frequently used by COMLURB and municipal planning departments
São Paulo
controle do desenvolvimento; LPUOS (Lei de Parcelamento, Uso e Ocupação do Solo)
Often referenced through specific zoning laws
Portugal
controlo do desenvolvimento; licenciamento urbanístico
Portuguese uses 'controlo' and emphasizes licensing procedures in urban law

Related Words

zoningplanning permissionbuilding permitland use planningurban planningplanning authority

Related Idioms & Phrases

obtain development control approval
subject to development control
development control regulations
breach of development control
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