die Raumordnung
Translation
spatial planning, regional planning, land-use planning
Examples
Die Raumordnung regelt die Nutzung von Flächen.
Spatial planning regulates the use of land.
Das Gesetz zur Raumordnung ist sehr komplex.
The law on spatial planning is very complex.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) regulates ... regulates sth. Spatial planning regulates construction.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Landesplanung (state planning), Stadtplanung (urban planning)
Etymology
A compound of 'Raum' (space) and 'Ordnung' (order, planning). Literally 'space-ordering'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Raum' (space) + 'Ordnung' (order). It's about bringing order to the use of space and land.