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Overview
This bill modifies Arizona’s zoning laws by changing the process for public hearings related to zoning ordinances. Instead of requiring a planning commission or hearing officer to hold a public hearing, municipalities must now hold a public hearing and provide notice to property owners and residents. The bill also updates provisions regarding boards of adjustment, including their duties, appeals processes, conflict of interest rules, and disqualification criteria. Finally, it clarifies the role of hearing officers in conducting zoning-related hearings.
Key provisions
- Municipalities must now hold a public hearing for zoning ordinance changes, with specific notice requirements for property owners and residents.
- The bill updates the procedures for boards of adjustment, including establishing a hearing officer and outlining appeal processes.
- It clarifies conflict of interest rules and disqualification criteria for board members and hearing officers.
- The bill establishes requirements for notice of public hearings, including publication in newspapers and posting in public places.
- It addresses situations involving properties adjacent to municipalities or military facilities, requiring additional notification.
- The bill outlines procedures for variances from zoning ordinances.
- It provides a mechanism for municipalities with over 100,000 residents to appeal board decisions to the legislative body.
- The bill clarifies that a municipality may continue county zoning regulations after annexation.
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