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Chapter 160D and Other Zoning Legislation

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What is the “special character” of the historic district?

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Can the neighbor speak? Can the neighbor appeal? Standing and quasi-judicial hearings

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Administrative Modifications in Subdivision and Zoning Ordinances

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Making Sense of Subdivision

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Advisory Board Review of Quasi-judicial Decisions

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Building the Record for a Quasi-Judicial Decision

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Subdivision Plat Approval: What type of decision is it?

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Requirements for Quasi-Judicial Decision Documents

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Variance Standards: What is hardship? And when is it unnecessary?

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Stay What? Placing Development on Hold While Appeals Are Pending

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Mandated Notices in Land Development Regulations

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