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In the [[United States]], the term '''city limits''' refers to the defined boundary of a [[city]]. Usually such limits are formally described in a state or provincial law (or an appropriate regulation) as being under the control of the |
In the [[United States]], the term '''city limits''' refers to the defined boundary of a [[city]]. Usually such limits are formally described in a state or provincial law (or an appropriate regulation) as being under the control of the [[municipal corporation]] or [[Government agency|agency]] that constitutes the [[Municipal government|city government]]. It is customary to indicate city limits with the posting of signs on major [[freeway]]s, [[highway]]s, and [[boulevard]]s. |
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Property which falls within city limits is subject to city [[taxation]] and city [[regulation]], and expects [[city services]]. In most [[U.S. |
Property which falls within city limits is subject to city [[taxation]] and city [[regulation]], and expects [[city services]]. In most [[U.S. state|states]], areas outside of any city's limits are considered to be [[unincorporated]], and by default they are regulated and taxed by the [[County (United States)|county]]. |
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Revision as of 09:41, 26 February 2006
In the United States, the term city limits refers to the defined boundary of a city. Usually such limits are formally described in a state or provincial law (or an appropriate regulation) as being under the control of the municipal corporation or agency that constitutes the city government. It is customary to indicate city limits with the posting of signs on major freeways, highways, and boulevards.
Property which falls within city limits is subject to city taxation and city regulation, and expects city services. In most states, areas outside of any city's limits are considered to be unincorporated, and by default they are regulated and taxed by the county.
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