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House subcommittee advances zoning bill to clarify appeals, allow administrative permits
Summary
The Governmental Affairs subcommittee voted to pass House Bill 318, the "Efficient Zonings Act," which clarifies how zoning appeals are appealed and permits certain administrative decisions to be made by zoning officials rather than quasi‑judicial bodies. Supporters said the changes will reduce litigation and administrative costs.
Representative Matt Reeves presented House Bill 318 to the Governmental Affairs Subcommittee, describing the measure as an "Efficient Zonings Act." Reeves said the bill clarifies procedures for appeals of zoning decisions and permits certain special use permits to be decided administratively by zoning officials rather than by quasi‑judicial bodies.
Reeves told the…
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