A.6.   Design and construction of buildings and infrastructure:

• A.6.1.      comply with local zoning and protected or heritage area requirements;

 Local zoning defines how activities can be carried out in a community reflecting the community’s social, economic, and environmental needs, balanced with long-term sustainability.  

Alteration of protected and designated heritage sites is regulated through local zoning and legal requirements (local, national, and international conventions). Tourism operations must consider these zoning and area requirements to optimize community development plans, while minimizing impact.

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 Potential Indicators 

• Land use is in compliance with local zoning and protected or  heritage area laws and regulations (yes/no)

• Number of fines and total number of unresolved non-monetary sanctions