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PA HB750
Bill
Status
2/25/2025
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Emrick
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AI Summary
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Amends the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code to require voter approval via local referendum for "high impact" warehouses and distribution centers before development applications can receive final approval
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Defines "high impact warehouse or distribution center" as facilities using at least 3 acres and 100,000 square feet or greater; excludes retail facilities open to the public
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Requires the referendum to be held at the next election occurring at least 100 days after the governing body or planning agency approves the development application
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Mandates ballot questions include project details such as total acreage, building size, and proposed road improvements; a majority "yes" vote finalizes approval while a majority "no" vote denies the application
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Takes effect 60 days after enactment
Legislative Description
In general provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in subdivision and land development, providing for local option for high impact warehouses and distribution centers.
Last Action
Referred to Local Government
2/25/2025