Zoning Laws

noun a legal proceeding in a court; a lawsuit

• The company decided to pursue litigation against the supplier for breach of contract.
• They're taking the supplier to court because they didn't deliver on time.
• They're gonna sue the supplier for messing up the order.
• The litigation between the two parties is like a chess game, with each move carefully calculated.

noun a separate living space within a larger residential property that is typically smaller in size and may have limited amenities

• The local zoning laws permit the construction of an accessory apartment on the property.
• My aunt is considering building an accessory apartment in her backyard for extra income.
• I heard Sarah's parents are converting their garage into an accessory apartment.
• Adding an accessory apartment to your home can be like having a built-in rental property.