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Bill would let townships reclaim zoning authority; supporters frame it as restoring local control
Summary
Senate Bill 23-17 would let a township that earlier transferred zoning authority to a county regain local zoning control after passing a board resolution, holding an election with a majority of qualified electors, adopting a zoning ordinance and appointing a zoning administrator.
Sen. Jeff Magram introduced Senate Bill 23-17 at a committee hearing as a measure to allow townships that unilaterally transferred zoning authority to counties to reacquire that authority if they follow a prescribed process: a written township board resolution, an election at an annual or special meeting with majority approval by qualified electors, adoption of a zoning ordinance and appointment of a zoning administrator.
Proponents told the committee the bill restores local control and provides a clear, public process for townships to resume zoning responsibilities as their population and…
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