Bill
A 2247
Overview: Bill Number: A 2247, Title: Relates to providing notice of quorum requirements at zoning board of appeals and planning board meetings, Status: REFERRED TO LOCAL GOVERNMEN
Overview: Bill Number: A 2247, Title: Relates to providing notice of quorum requirements at zoning board of appeals and planning board meetings, Status: REFERRED TO LOCAL GOVERNMENTS, Introduced: January 09, 2024
Purpose and Intent: The goal of this legislation is to improve transparency and public participation in local land use decision-making by requiring zoning boards and planning boards to provide clear notice of their quorum requirements.
Key Provisions:
- Mandates that zoning boards of appeal and planning boards publicly post the number of members required to constitute a quorum
- Requires this quorum information to be included in all meeting notices and agendas
- Specifies that if a quorum is not present, the board must adjourn the meeting and reschedule
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Local residents and community stakeholders will have better information to plan their attendance and participation at board meetings
- Zoning boards and planning boards will need to update their meeting procedures and notification practices
- Developers and property owners may face delays if board meetings are adjourned due to lack of quorum
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been referred to the Local Governments Committee and is currently under consideration. If enacted, the new quorum notification requirements would take effect 60 days after becoming law.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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