OK HB1496

Amends 11 O.S. 2021, Section 44-110 to modify the appeal process for board of adjustment decisions in Oklahoma municipalities.

Permits municipalities where the council does not serve as the board to provide that board decisions are final subject to judicial review only, or final subject to appeal to the council with later judicial review available, or advisory to the council.

Establishes that district court appeals from board of adjustment decisions shall be heard de novo, with preference over other civil actions.

Requires any party seeking a stay of a board decision must apply to district court within 30 days, with the court considering likelihood of success on merits, irreparable harm, effects on other parties, and public policy concerns.

Becomes effective November 1, 2025.