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This bill modifies West Virginia law to allow municipalities to expand their boundaries through a process called "minor boundary adjustment," which is a streamlined method for annexation. Under this bill, a municipality can apply to the county commission for permission to annex territory, provided the annexation does not increase the total municipal boundary by more than 105% or the current area by more than 120%. The bill also introduces specific conditions for annexing streets or highways, allowing for annexation of a street or highway along with at least one property owner (freeholder), or a street or highway alone if it's essential for emergency services and no freeholder is involved. The application process requires detailed information, including consent from affected residents and businesses, a map of the territory, and a plan for providing public services. The county commission will review the application, considering factors like contiguity, impact on services, and the overall best interest of the county, before making a decision, with provisions for public hearings and appeals to the circuit court.

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