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Topic: Land Use and Growth Management

State Supreme Court Narrowly Interprets Variance Authority

(Published Jul 21, 2010)

The court ruling holds cities to a much stricter standard, which considerably limits variance opportunities.

Legislation to Allow Discharge of Portions of Easements Defeated

(Published May 19, 2010)

An end-of-session push for the legislation fell short due to local and state government opposition.

Eminent Domain Changes Signed into Law

(Published May 12, 2010)

The League successfully worked with authors to prevent impacts on municipal public service corporations.

Senate Committee Rejects Moratorium on Digital Billboards

(Published Mar 17, 2010)

The bill would halt the placement of new devices while a federal study related to safety is completed.

Use Deed Reform Bill Back on the Table

(Published Feb 10, 2010)

The bill would modify tax-forfeited property use and conveyance procedures.