Terreno

Terreno is a term used in Spanish and related languages to refer to a portion of the earth's surface that is owned, occupied, or designated for a particular use. In common usage, it can mean land or soil, both in natural and built environments, as well as a plot or tract of land intended for construction or agricultural activity. In real estate and property law, terreno denotes a discrete parcel with defined boundaries and a title of ownership or possession, registered with a cadastre or land registry. The classification of terreno varies by country and often depends on zoning: terreno urbano refers to land within urbanizable or urban areas suitable for residential, commercial, or industrial development; terreno rústico or rural land refers to agricultural or undeveloped land with different tax and planning rules.

Sizes are expressed in units such as square meters or hectares; in some regions, acres or other local measures may be used. Factors affecting value and feasibility of a terreno include location, access to roads and services, topography, soil quality, drainage, and environmental constraints.

Legal aspects involve titles, encumbrances, and restrictions, as well as planning and building regulations, ecological protections, and easements. Use of terreno can be for housing, farming, infrastructure projects, or conservation, and it often reflects broader economic, social, and regulatory contexts.