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This bill proposes two key changes to local government zoning and development procedures. First, it would require that any modifications to local zoning regulations must be approved by an affirmative vote of the municipality's legislative body, which is typically a city council or town board. Currently, such changes might be made through other administrative processes. Second, the bill would give municipalities the option to adopt an ordinance that mandates legislative body approval for their plan of conservation and development, which is a strategic document that guides long-term land use, infrastructure, and community development planning. By requiring legislative body votes for these types of changes, the bill aims to increase local democratic oversight and ensure that elected representatives have a direct say in significant zoning and development decisions that can impact community character, land use, and future growth. The changes would apply to municipal-level regulations and plans, giving local legislative bodies more direct control over land use and development strategies.

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