permitted coverage

[/pərˈmɪtəd ˈkʌvərɪdʒ/]
nounpl: permitted coverages
cobertura permitida
1. The scope of protection or services that are authorized or allowed under the terms of an insurance policy, contract, or regulatory framework
The insurance policy's permitted coverage includes medical expenses up to $100,000.
A cobertura permitida da apólice de seguro inclui despesas médicas até $100.000.
2. In construction or zoning, the extent of land use or building development that is legally authorized by local regulations
The permitted coverage for this residential lot is limited to 60% of the total area.
A cobertura permitida para este lote residencial é limitada a 60% da área total.
3. In broadcasting, the authorized geographic area or audience that may receive a transmission or signal
The radio station's permitted coverage extends across three states.
A cobertura permitida da estação de rádio se estende por três estados.
In Brazil, this term is commonly used in insurance contracts and real estate transactions. Brazilian insurance companies (seguradoras) frequently reference 'cobertura permitida' when explaining policy boundaries to customers. In the USA, this phrase is standard in legal and insurance documentation, particularly in discussions about healthcare, property, and liability insurance.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
authorized coverageapproved coverageallowed coveragepermissible coverageeligible coverage
Antonyms / Antônimos
prohibited coveragedenied coverageexcluded coverageforbidden coverage

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
cobertura permitida
Most common usage in insurance and legal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
cobertura autorizada
Alternative used in local insurance industry
São Paulo
cobertura permitida
Standard term in business and insurance sectors
Portugal
cobertura permitida
Similar usage but may prefer 'cobertura autorizada' in legal documents

Related Words

insurance policycoverage limitsexclusionsdeductiblesbeneficiariesregulatory compliance

Related Idioms & Phrases

within the permitted coverage
outside of permitted coverage
expand permitted coverage
limit permitted coverage
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