CT HB06335

Repeals prior requirement that land use appeals under Connecticut General Statutes section 8-8(b) cannot be withdrawn or settled without a Superior Court hearing and court approval.

Allows an aggrieved person initiating a land use appeal to withdraw it without a hearing, at the appellant's discretion.

Permits any defendant to object to the withdrawal by filing a written objection with the court within 30 days of the withdrawal filing.

Requires the court to hold a hearing to determine whether to permit withdrawal if a defendant files a timely objection.

Becomes effective October 1, 2019.