Question: The division of land into five or more lots for the purpose of sale, lease, or financing.

Answer: subdivision

Question: A measurement of length, rather than area (square foot) or volume (cubic foot).

Answer: linear foot

Question: A wall that supports a vertical load as well as its own weight.

Answer: bearing wall

Question: Underground water not flowing in a defined channel.

Answer: percolating water

Question: The regulation of structures and uses of property within selected districts.

Answer: zoning

Question: Plants and trees that lose their leaves seasonally in the fall.

Answer: deciduous

Question: Map showing a parcel of land that will be subdivided into less than five parcels or units and shows land boundaries, streets, and parcel numbers

Answer: parcel map

Question: The right of the government to take private property from an owner, for public use, paying fair market value.

Answer: eminent domain

Question: The natural level at which water will be found, either above or below the surface of the ground.

Answer: water table

Question: Fresh water that is safe and agreeable for drinking.

Answer: potable