Here are some words and expressions that appear in the video:
zoning regulations (noun): rules on how a piece of land can be used, for example, for housing or business
– I wanted to build a house in this area, but zoning regulations don’t allow for that.
practical (adjective): useful or suitable
– Building a house in the mountains is not very practical for our family because the nearest schools and stores are so far away.
storage (noun): a place where things can be kept
– I love this apartment because there is a large amount of storage.
landscaping (noun): making a garden area or piece of land more attractive
– Many people enjoy living in these apartments because residents don’t have to worry about taking care of landscaping.
drought-tolerant (adjective): needing little water
– We are saving a lot of money by planning drought-tolerant plants and trees.
zeroscaping (noun): low-water landscaping, often with gravel and a few plans (xeriscaping often includes more design and native plants)
– Zeroscaping is becoming very popular in our area because of the extended drought over the past few years.
customize (verb): change something to suit a different purpose
– We had to customize our bathroom so we could care for our aging parents.
