noun
- structures or facilities that are not classified as buildings; things that exist on land but do not meet the definition of a building
Usage: plural form; often used in legal, zoning, or architectural contexts
Examples
- The zoning code distinguishes between buildings and nonbuildings such as sheds and carports.
- Nonbuildings like gazebos and pergolas may not require the same permits as permanent structures.
- The property includes several nonbuildings used for storage and equipment.
- In the survey, nonbuildings were cataloged separately from the main residential structure.
- Tax assessments sometimes treat nonbuildings differently than enclosed buildings.