Zoning Dictionary
Letter: R
Retaining Wall
A structure constructed to hold back or support an earthen bank. A vertical, or near vertical structure, that holds back soil or rock, and prevents movement of material down slope or erosion on a site.
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Retirement Community
Any age-restricted development, developed, designed for and marketed to adults at or near retirement age, which may be in any housing form including detached and attached dwelling units, apartments and residences, offering private and semiprivate rooms. A planned residential development that provides social and recreational activities for use by its inhabitants, such facilities and forms […]
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Retirement Community Continuing Care
An age-restricted development that provides a continuum of accommodations and care, from independent living to long-term bed care and enters into contracts to provide lifelong care in exchange for the payment of monthly fees and an entrance fee in excess of one year of monthly fees.
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Retirement Lodge or Retirement Home
A residence providing accommodation primarily for retired persons or couples where each private bedroom or living unit has a separate private bathroom and separate entrance from a common hall but where common facilities for the preparation and consumption of food are provided, and common lounges, recreation rooms and medical care facilities may also be provided.
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Retreat Area
An establishment used by religious groups for study, relaxation, meditation and similar activities, including dining, lodging and other compatible accessory facilities. An area of land used for religious purposes and includes a...
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Retreat or Conference Centre
A facility used for professional, educational or religious conclaves, meetings, conferences or seminars and which may provide meals, housing and recreation for participants during the period of the retreat or program only. Such centers may not be utilized by the general public for meals or overnight accommodations. Housing for participants may be in lodges, dormitories, […]
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Reverse Vending Machine
Means an automated mechanical device which accepts at least one or more types of empty beverage containers including, but not limited to, aluminum cans, glass and plastic bottles, and issues a cash refund or a redeemable credit slip with a value not less than the container’s redemption value as determined by the state. A reverse vending […]
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