harm zone; affected area
Technical term used in public policy and environmental planning for the area or population that suffers negative effects (e.g., pollution, noise) from new public facilities or infrastructure. Often contrasted with 受益圏 (benefit zone).
See also: 受益圏
With the construction of the new airport, the surrounding area may become a harm zone.
Compensation for residents in the affected area is being considered.
Compound of 受 (receive), 苦 (suffering), and 圏 (sphere, zone). A modern technical coinage modeled on 受益圏.