Bill > LB614

This bill modifies zoning regulations for cities of the first and second class and villages in Nebraska, specifically addressing exemptions for farm buildings within their extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction. The legislation allows these municipalities to exempt certain farm buildings from zoning regulations through their board of adjustment, provided the structures are consistent with the comprehensive development plan and long-range growth projections. A "farm building" is defined as a structure used for agricultural purposes on a farmstead of at least 20 acres that produces $1,000 or more of farm products annually. The bill maintains existing provisions that prevent zoning ordinances from interfering with existing farming, livestock operations, businesses, or industries. Additionally, the legislation requires municipalities to provide written notice to county boards when proposing zoning changes in their extraterritorial jurisdiction, with some exceptions for counties with populations over 100,000 or where there are joint planning commissions. The bill essentially provides more flexibility for agricultural landowners while maintaining a framework for orderly municipal development and inter-governmental communication.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://nebraskalegislature.gov/bills/view_bill.php?DocumentID=59481