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What controls what types of buildings can be built in what areas.

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Zoning ordinance.

Step-by-step explanation:

Zoning ordinance controls what type of buildings can be built in what areas. It comprises of local laws that defines how landed properties in specific geographic areas or zones can be used and what is prohibited as well. Zoning ordinance can be avoided by making use of variance.

The basis for zoning ordinance is eminent domain and escheat.

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