quasi-city planning area
A legal zoning category in Japan where large-scale development requires special permission from the prefectural governor or mayor. Used in areas not covered by full city planning regulations.
Because this area is designated as a quasi-city planning area, large-scale development requires the governor's permission.
A full city planning area with comprehensive zoning regulations, unlike the quasi-city planning area which has lighter controls.
Compound of 準 (quasi-) + 都市計画 (city planning) + 区域 (area). A modern legal term with no historical derivation beyond its components.