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PA SR211
Resolution
Status
1/23/2026
Primary Sponsor
Judy Schwank
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AI Summary
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Directs the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the effectiveness and performance of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (Act of July 31, 1968)
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Study must examine the Code's impact on housing affordability, local economic development, revenue, and costs of zoning delays and appeals
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Requires analysis of administrative and compliance costs imposed on municipalities and the Commonwealth, including staffing, procedural fees, and professional services
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Mandates a review of planning and zoning practices in peer states to identify best practices and modernization trends
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Report with findings and recommendations due to the General Assembly within 180 days of resolution adoption
Legislative Description
Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study and issue a report on the effectiveness and performance of the Municipalities Planning Code and its preparation for review and enforcement under the Department of Community and Economic Development.
Last Action
Referred to Local Government
1/23/2026