Introducing Planning Concepts to Nonplanners

This article provides an overview of zoning codes in the United States, as part of the "CityLab University" series, a resource for understanding some of the most important concepts related to cities and urban policy. It delves into the history of zoning codes and their impacts on urban environments. It also briefly summarizes the arguments for and against traditional zoning codes. The article ends with a glossary of key legal and policy terms related to zoning codes.