SB 182
Relating to annexation by minor boundary adjustment
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Bill overview
This bill outlines the process for municipalities in West Virginia to expand their boundaries through a ‘minor boundary adjustment.’ It establishes specific criteria and procedures for applying to the county commission for permission, including requirements for notifying residents, providing service plans, and demonstrating consent. The bill also details how the county commission will evaluate applications, considering factors like contiguity, highway ownership, and community opposition, and outlines a process for appealing a denial.
Key provisions
- Municipalities must apply to the county commission for permission to annex territory.
- Annexations are limited to 105% of the existing municipal boundary and 120% of the current area.
- Applications must include detailed information about businesses, residents, and freeholders within the proposed annexation area, along with consent affidavits.
- The county commission must consider factors like contiguity, highway ownership, and community opposition when reviewing applications.
- A public notice and hearing must be held before a final decision is made.
- Municipalities can modify their annexation proposals to address county commission objections.
- Affected parties can appeal the county commission’s decision to the circuit court.
- There is a two-year restriction on resubmitting the same annexation application after a denial.
Who is affected
- Municipalities in West Virginia
- County Commissions
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