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When Is A Pretext By A Municipality A Bar To Land Use Approvals?

Recently, there have been several instances in which municipalities have been challenged by property owners claiming that the municipal boards have utilized delaying tactics and other actions as a pretext to prevent development of their properties.

5 minute read May 01, 2024 at 12:11 AM
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Steven M. Silverberg
When Is A Pretext By A Municipality A Bar To Land Use Approvals?

Recently, there have been several instances in which municipalities have been challenged by property owners claiming that the municipal boards have utilized delaying tactics and other actions as a pretext to prevent development of their properties.

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