territorial standards
[/ˌtɛrɪˈtɔːriəl ˈstændərdz/]
nounpl: territorial standards
padrões territoriais
1. Established norms, rules, or specifications that apply within a specific geographic area or jurisdiction
The territorial standards for water quality vary between states.
Os padrões territoriais para qualidade da água variam entre os estados.
2. Guidelines and requirements set by regional or local governments for environmental, building, or safety compliance
Each municipality must comply with territorial standards for urban planning.
Cada município deve estar em conformidade com os padrões territoriais de planejamento urbano.
3. International norms regarding land rights, borders, and sovereignty within defined territories
The treaty established new territorial standards for maritime boundaries.
O tratado estabeleceu novos padrões territoriais para limites marítimos.
In Brazil, territorial standards are primarily enforced through CONAMA (Conselho Nacional do Meio Ambiente) for environmental matters and municipal regulations for urban planning. The concept reflects the federalist structure of governance where different regions maintain distinct regulatory frameworks. In the USA, territorial standards are often associated with state-level regulations and Native American tribal jurisdiction.
Related Idioms & Phrases
meet territorial standards
comply with territorial standards
territorial standards of excellence
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