Zoning: The division of a city or town into zones and the application of regulations having to do with the structural, architectural design and intended use of buildings within such designated zone (i.e. a tenant
needing manufacturing space would look for a building located within an
area zoned for manufacturing).
Zoning Ordinance: Refers to the set of laws and regulations,
generally,at the city or county level, controlling the use of land and construction of improvements in a given area or zone.