Establishes pilot program in Office of Planning Advocacy to reimburse municipalities for certain expenditures concerning warehouse development; appropriates $1 million.
Impact
The implementation of this pilot program is significant for state laws surrounding land use and local government planning. By assisting municipalities with funding, the bill encourages local governments to reevaluate and potentially enhance their zoning ordinances to better accommodate warehouse development. This program also aims to ensure that municipalities adopt regulations that align with state guidance, potentially standardizing zoning practices across the state.
Summary
Senate Bill S1077 establishes a pilot program run by the Office of Planning Advocacy, with the intention of reimbursing municipalities for certain expenses related to the development of warehouse zoning ordinances. This bill appropriates $1 million from the General Fund to support municipalities that need to furnish new zoning ordinances or conduct mitigation studies concerning the effects of anticipated warehouse development. The definition of a 'warehouse' within this bill includes any structure used for storing goods intended for sale or distribution.
Contention
Notable points of contention surrounding S1077 may arise regarding the regulation and impact of warehouse developments on local communities. Supporters of the bill argue that it will provide the necessary funding for municipalities struggling to keep up with the rapid industrial and economic shifts towards warehouse-centric developments. However, critics may express concerns that increased warehouse space could lead to negative outcomes, such as increased traffic, strain on local infrastructure, and adverse environmental effects, particularly if these developments are not adequately managed and regulated. Therefore, a delicate balance must be maintained between economic development and the preservation of community standards and quality of life.
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Establishes pilot program in Office of Planning Advocacy to reimburse municipalities for certain expenditures concerning warehouse development; appropriates $1 million.
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Establishes pilot program in Office of Planning Advocacy to reimburse municipalities for certain expenditures concerning warehouse development; appropriates $1 million.
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Establishes pilot program in Office of Planning Advocacy to reimburse municipalities for certain expenditures concerning warehouse development; appropriates $1 million.
Establishes pilot program in Office of Planning Advocacy to reimburse municipalities for certain expenditures concerning warehouse development; appropriates $1 million.
Establishes pilot program in Office of Planning Advocacy to reimburse municipalities for certain expenditures concerning warehouse development; appropriates $1 million.
Establishes pilot program in Office of Planning Advocacy to reimburse municipalities for certain expenditures concerning warehouse development; appropriates $1 million.
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Requires State Planning Commission to adopt model ordinance for siting certain warehouses and permits conforming updates to municipal master plans and zoning ordinances and establishes fund in DCA; appropriates $5 million.
Requires State Planning Commission to adopt model ordinance for siting certain warehouses and permits conforming updates to municipal master plans and zoning ordinances and establishes fund in DCA; appropriates $5 million.
Requires State Planning Commission to adopt model ordinance for siting certain warehouses and permits conforming updates to municipal master plans and zoning ordinances and establishes fund in DCA; appropriates $5 million.
Establishes Office of Citizen Involvement, Land Use, and Planning Advocate and transfers basic course in land use law and Office of Planning Advocacy to newly established office.
Establishes Office of Citizen Involvement, Land Use, and Planning Advocate and transfers basic course in land use law and Office of Planning Advocacy to newly established office.
Establishes pilot program in Office of Planning Advocacy to reimburse municipalities for certain expenditures concerning warehouse development; appropriates $1 million.
Establishes pilot program in Office of Planning Advocacy to reimburse municipalities for certain expenditures concerning warehouse development; appropriates $1 million.
Establishes pilot program in Office of Planning Advocacy to reimburse municipalities for certain expenditures concerning warehouse development; appropriates $1 million.
Requires State Planning Commission to adopt model ordinance for siting certain warehouses and permits conforming updates to municipal master plans and zoning ordinances and establishes fund in DCA; appropriates $5 million.
Requires State Planning Commission to adopt model ordinance for siting certain warehouses and permits conforming updates to municipal master plans and zoning ordinances and establishes fund in DCA; appropriates $5 million.
Requires State Planning Commission to adopt model ordinance for siting certain warehouses and permits conforming updates to municipal master plans and zoning ordinances and establishes fund in DCA; appropriates $5 million.