Bill > S0169

This bill proposes to shift the responsibility for hearing appeals related to Act 250 permits, which are permits required for development projects in Vermont that can have an impact on environmental and land use, from the Environmental Division of the Superior Court to the Land Use Review Board. This means that instead of going to court, individuals or parties who disagree with an Act 250 permit decision will now appeal to this existing administrative board. The bill also outlines new procedures for how these appeals will be handled by the Land Use Review Board, including requirements for parties to have participated in the original permit process, and establishes a fee for filing such appeals. Additionally, it makes changes to how other land use and municipal decisions are appealed and provides funding and a new position to the Land Use Review Board to help it manage this increased workload, with the changes taking effect on July 1, 2026.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/S.169