H 1878
An Act relative to streamline the judicial review of local land use decisions
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Bill overview
This bill aims to simplify the process for challenging local land use decisions in court. Currently, residents often face significant hurdles in seeking judicial review of these decisions. The bill seeks to streamline this process, potentially making it easier for individuals to contest zoning changes or other land use actions taken by local boards and officials. It intends to reduce legal barriers and ensure greater transparency and accountability in local land use planning.
Key provisions
- It seeks to clarify the standards for judicial review of local land use decisions.
- The bill may establish a more consistent process for appealing local land use decisions.
- It could potentially limit the grounds for judicial review, focusing on errors of law.
- The legislation may address procedural issues that currently delay or hinder judicial review.
Who is affected
- Property owners
- Residents impacted by local land use decisions
- Local boards and officials involved in land use planning
- Municipalities
- Developers
Notable changes
- The bill could alter the current scope of judicial review for local land use decisions.
- It may introduce new procedural requirements for challenging land use decisions.
- Potential changes to the burden of proof in judicial review proceedings.
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Primary sponsor
Jr. Joseph W. McGonagle
Cosponsor
Jr. Joseph W. McGonagle
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Bill H.1878 194th (Current)
An Act relative to streamline the judicial review of local land use decisions
By Representative McGonagle of Everett, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1878) of Joseph W. McGonagle, Jr., relative to judicial review of local land use decisions. The Judiciary.
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Presenter: Joseph W. McGonagle, Jr.
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.1878
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/10/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/26/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27) |
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