1.
low-rise; low-level; lower layer
Describes buildings or structures of relatively few stories, or the lower layers of something such as the atmosphere or a building.
Refers to buildings or structures that are low in height, typically three stories or fewer. Often contrasted with 中層 (mid-rise) and 高層 (high-rise).
Common collocations
Similar words
- 高層: high-rise — the opposite, referring to tall buildings
- 中層: mid-rise — between low-rise and high-rise
Usage
In Japanese urban planning, 低層住居専用地域 (exclusively low-rise residential zone) is a common zoning designation that restricts building height.