Statutory Basis of Planning Flashcards
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State Police Power
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10th Amendment. Gives states the rights and powers “not delegated to the U.S.” Upheld by Mugler v. Kansas (1887) state regulation of brewery.
2
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Local Police Power
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Granted by state governments. Varies by state.
3
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Dillon’s Rule
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Rights of cities are only those that have been specifically authorized by the state. 39 states apply rule to all municipalities. 8 states employ rule for certain types of municipalities.
4
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Home Rule states
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Cities have the right to develop their own regulations, except where the state has specifically stated otherwise.
