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Land Use Application Decisions Video Series

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Public entities make a number of decisions related to land use, but those decisions must comply with laws, regulations and processes. The Land Use video series address common areas of confusion and concern for decision makers:

  • 60-day Rule
  • Variances
  • Conditional Use Permits
  • Creating a Defensible Record

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LGUs Have 60 Days to Decide on Land Use Applications

Public entities have 60 days in which to make a decision about a land use application. This video explains how the 60-day rule works and the obligations of the public entity under the rule.

For more information about managing risks of land use decision making, see the other videos in the Land Use series: Variances, Conditional Use Permits and Creating the Defensible Record.

Statutory Requirements Govern When Variances Can Be Granted

Granting a variance for a piece of land can be fraught with controversy and risk. This video explains what variances are and the statutory requirements for granting them.

For more information about managing risks of land use decision making, see the other videos in the Land Use series: 60-day Rule, Conditional Use Permits and Creating the Defensible Record.

Making Good Decisions Around Conditional Use Permit Requests

Conditional use permits are another area that can prove to be controversial for decision makers. This video explains what conditional use permits are and when they can be granted, among other risk management pointers.

For more information about managing risks of land use decision making, see the other videos in the Land Use series: 60-day Rule, Variances and Creating the Defensible Record.

Defending a Land Use Claim Depends on a Good Record

Land use decisions can be highly contentious to the point that public entities are sued for their decisions. This video explains how decision making bodies can come to defensible decisions and how to develop a record of evidence to support their decisions.

For more information about managing risks of land use decision making, see the other videos in the Land Use series: 60-day Rule, Variances, and Conditional Use Permits.

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