Residents warn planning commission power is eroding as state housing rules change
Jul 14, 2026
Jul 14, 2026
Public speakers and councilors raised concerns that recent state housing legislation narrows local planning review and reduces resident input; council discussed joining small-city coalitions and tracking a legal challenge to House Bill 4037.
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Multiple residents and council members told the Millersburg City Council they are worried the state is reducing local control over land-use and planning review.
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