Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

preliminary-approval

noun

/prɪˈlɪmɪnɛri əˈpruːvəl/

Definition

The initial consent or authorization granted after a review process, indicating that a project or proposal meets certain conditions to proceed to the next stage.

Examples

The new housing development received preliminary approval from the zoning board.
Preliminary approval is necessary before any construction can begin.
After a thorough review, the committee granted preliminary approval for the grant application.

Meaning

Preliminary approval refers to the first stage of approval for a project or application, which suggests that it meets basic requirements and can advance further for more detailed evaluation.