land freeze

noun

1. a legal restraint on the sale or transfer of land.

Word History and Origins

Origin of land freeze¹

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

As part of the proposal, Israel agreed to limit its settlement construction in a four-year “land freeze,” during which Palestinian leaders can reconsider whether to engage in talks.

From New York Times

No, the land freeze is the consequence of romantic thinking by socialists who think that government is the solution to all problems.

From New York Times

In addition, a partial land freeze should be continued until present surveying and assessing programs by federal agencies can be completed.

From Time Magazine Archive

In 1966, then Interior Secretary Stewart Udall declared a total "land freeze," which expires this December.

From Time Magazine Archive