development rights

American

plural noun

rights to use real property, such as farmland, in ways that differ from the current use.

Example Sentences

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Until now, the festivals had operated under permitted development rights, which allow certain temporary events without formal planning permission.

From BBC

Until now, the festival had taken place under permitted development rights, which allow certain temporary events without formal planning permission.

From BBC

Chancellor Rachel Reeves, it added, was "expected to publish a consultation on Permitted Development Rights to make it easier and cheaper for people without a driveway to charge".

From BBC

One way forward could be a land swap or transfer of development rights, allowing developers to use the conservancy land and the conservancy to preserve the private holdings.

From Los Angeles Times

Planning officers said the swimming pool and summer house could have been built under permitted development rights, but the tennis court and garage would require planning permission.

From BBC

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