upzone
UP-zohn
Definition
To change the zoning regulations of a specific area to allow for higher density development, such as taller buildings or more units per acre.
Etymology
The word is a modern American English compound formed by the prefix 'up-' (denoting an increase in value or intensity) and 'zone' (from the Greek 'zona', meaning belt or girdle, later used in city planning to denote distinct land-use areas).
In the news
In the article, the term describes a proposed planning change at the former Sears site to enable more intensive residential or mixed-use construction than currently permitted. It is central to the project's ability to increase the site's density beyond its original designation.
What's Going on at the old Sears Site in Salt Lake City? Here's the Plan
Read the full article ↗Building Salt Lake