performance zoning

Performance zoning is a technique used in urban planning that segments a city into different areas based on specific activities or land use, such as residential, commercial, industrial, or recreational zones. This helps ensure that different types of activities are appropriately located, minimizing conflicts, and maximizing efficiency. For example, it prevents factories from being placed next to homes, and ensures shops are near where people live. Performance zoning often focuses on how well these areas meet certain standards, like cleanliness or noise levels, allowing for flexibility in land use as long as the desired performance outcomes are achieved.