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Real Estate Glossary

What is Setback?

In land use and zoning, a setback is a minimum distance that a building or structure must be set back from the property line or a street. The setback is usually determined by local zoning laws and regulations, and it is intended to ensure that buildings are not built too close to the property line, which can lead to issues such as lack of privacy or light.