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GA HB523Local government; annexation contingent upon approval of county in which subject property is located; provide
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Introduced
02/19/2025
02/19/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Article 2 of Chapter 36 of Title 36 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to annexation pursuant to application by 100 percent of landowners, so as to provide that such annexations are contingent upon approval of the county in which the subject property is located; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill modifies Georgia's existing annexation laws by adding a new requirement that any proposed annexation of unincorporated land by a municipal corporation must first receive explicit consent from the county governing authority where the property is located. Currently, annexation can occur when 100% of landowners (excluding public road owners) apply to be annexed, but this bill introduces an additional step of mandatory county approval. The bill preserves the existing process where landowners can request annexation of contiguous unincorporated areas to a municipal corporation, but now requires the county to formally adopt a resolution consenting to the annexation before it can proceed. This means that even if all landowners agree to annexation, the county can still block the process by refusing to pass a consent resolution. The change aims to give counties more control over land use and territorial changes within their jurisdiction, potentially providing a check on municipal expansion.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
House Governmental Affairs (upon Adjournment Of Transportation) (17:00:00 3/4/2025 506 CLOB) (on 03/04/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70503 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/232944 |
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