Brazil — Historical Events Description

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Brazil
Event
Urban Land Subdivision Law
Category
Social
Date
1979-12-19
Country
Brazil
Description

Law No. 6,766 regulates urban land subdivision (lot divisions for cities). The law set national rules for creating neighborhoods and new lots, including approvals and minimum standards. It helped organize urban growth by requiring formal planning and documentation. It also became a key legal tool in disputes about irregular subdivisions.