by-law

Noun

bylaw (plural bylaws)

1. A local custom or law of a settlement or district.
2. (in plural, often) A rule made by a local authority to regulate its own affairs.

   Synonyms:

   ordinance

   1. (countable, in plural, often, singular) A numbered provision within such kind of legislation.
3. A law or rule governing the internal affairs of an organization (e.g., corporation or business).