stopgap ordinance

stopgap ordinance
A zoning ordinance enacted in contemplation of the later adoption of a comprehensive zoning ordinance, and intended to preserve the status quo of a particular section of the municipality pending the adoption of the permanent regulations. 58 Am J1st Zon § 137.

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