Commercial areas are zones within a city or town that are primarily used for business activities. These can include shopping centers, offices, hotels, and service stations.
Think of commercial areas like the heart of a city. Just as the heart pumps blood to different parts of the body, commercial areas pump economic activity throughout the city by providing goods and services.
Zoning: This is a method by which local governments regulate how land in specific geographic zones can be used.
Central Business District (CBD): This is the commercial and business center of a city where most shops and offices are located.
Mixed-Use Development: This refers to an urban development strategy that blends residential, commercial, cultural, institutional, or entertainment uses into one space.
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