Real Estate Glossary

This list is provided for reference only. Each state has it's own real estate laws, terms and regulations for Realtors. In Arizona, your Realtor and Title Company handle most real estate transaction activities that involve attorneys in many other states. However, you have the right to seek the advice of an attorney or other professional counsel in any real estate transaction.

Zero Lot Line - A term generally used to describe the positioning of a structure on a lot so that one side rests directly on the lot's boundary line (no set back). Where allowed by zoning and/or deed restrictions, it is used for "garden homes".

Zoning - Exercise of police power of city in regulating and controlling the character or use of property.