Bill > HB3270

This bill amends the Counties Code to modify stormwater management provisions for counties containing urbanized areas. Specifically, the bill removes language that previously limited the applicability of stormwater management regulations based on county-specific conditions or voter approval. The updated provision now applies these stormwater management provisions to all counties with urbanized areas, unless those counties are already covered by other existing stormwater management regulations. The bill maintains the original law's key objectives, which include consolidating stormwater management frameworks, establishing minimum standards for floodplain and stormwater management, and creating comprehensive countywide plans to address urban flooding issues. The legislation allows counties to establish stormwater management planning committees, develop management plans, coordinate with adjoining counties, hold public hearings, and potentially levy taxes or fees to support stormwater management efforts. The bill also preserves protections for agricultural lands and ensures that municipal stormwater management plans can be considered in the county-level planning process.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3270&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104