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When First Amendment Principles And Local Zoning Regulations Collide, Steven I. Brody Jul 1992

When First Amendment Principles And Local Zoning Regulations Collide, Steven I. Brody

Northern Illinois University Law Review

This article examines the conflict between municipal restrictions on adult uses and the fundamental right to freedom of speech. Mr. Brody reviews the Supreme Court tests for resolving the conflict and concludes that most zoning regulations affecting adult uses will be examined under the O'Brien/Heffron tests: (1) the ordinance must provide a sufficient factual basis to support a finding of substantial or important governmental interest; (2) the ordinance's definitions of adult uses and restrictions must be narrowly tailored to affect only those businesses which the ordinance intends to regulate; and (3) the ordinance must provide reasonable alternative channels of communication …


The Commodification Of "Nature's Metropolis": The Historical Context Of Illinois' Unique Zoning Standards, Fred P. Bosselman Jul 1992

The Commodification Of "Nature's Metropolis": The Historical Context Of Illinois' Unique Zoning Standards, Fred P. Bosselman

Northern Illinois University Law Review

Professor Bosselman takes an historical look at the early development of zoning in Chicago and concludes that the nineteenth century view of land as simply another form of capital that could be rendered standardized and fungible through commodification led to the adoption of the LaSalle factors. The author notes the influence of the human ecology theory of urban growth on the development of the LaSalle Bank standards and calls both for a reexamination of the theoretical foundations for the standards and for recognition that a theory based upon nineteenth century life may not accommodate the ecological realities of modern life.


An Outsider Looks At Illinois Zoning And Planning, Edward H. Ziegler Jr. Jul 1992

An Outsider Looks At Illinois Zoning And Planning, Edward H. Ziegler Jr.

Northern Illinois University Law Review

This article is an edited version of Professor Ziegler's presentation which provides an outsider's perspective on the current issues facing Illinois land use law. From this perspective, Professor Ziegler examines the adequacy of Illinois regulatory authority, addresses the role of judicial review in the context of zoning decisions, and analyzes the need for planning. Professor Ziegler concludes that better utilization of regulatory authority and an emphasis on planning would provide a better framework for local communities to have zoning classifications sustained on review.


The Role Of The Virginia Marine Resources Commission In Regulating And Zoning The Water Bodies Of The Commonwealth, Keith Warren Davis Apr 1992

The Role Of The Virginia Marine Resources Commission In Regulating And Zoning The Water Bodies Of The Commonwealth, Keith Warren Davis

William & Mary Environmental Law and Policy Review

No abstract provided.


Characterization Of Land Use Decisions: A Zone Of Uncertainty, Marguerite N. Przybylski Jan 1992

Characterization Of Land Use Decisions: A Zone Of Uncertainty, Marguerite N. Przybylski

Villanova Law Review

No abstract provided.


New York City Zoning -- 1961-1991: Turning Back The Clock -- But With An Up-To-The-Minute Social Agenda, Norman Marcus, Esq. Jan 1992

New York City Zoning -- 1961-1991: Turning Back The Clock -- But With An Up-To-The-Minute Social Agenda, Norman Marcus, Esq.

Fordham Urban Law Journal

Since the last update over 30 years ago, there is a need to once again change our zoning laws. Over the years, societal concerns and priorities have fluctuated with the times and, as a result, exceptions have been made to the zoning regulations which reflect these changing social interests. The result is a Zoning Resolution which stands at 806 pages (and still counting). It is an ad-hoc, convoluted, chaotic non-plan for the City, held together by binders rather than a common vision. This essay examines the zoning history of New York City and concludes that a new Comprehensive Reassessment, which …


Local Government Conflict Of Interest In Zoning Actions: Provide For Disqualification Of A Zoning Official When There Is A Conflict Of Interest And Expand Rezoning Applicants' Political Contribution Disclosure Requirements, Bentley Greg Cline Jan 1992

Local Government Conflict Of Interest In Zoning Actions: Provide For Disqualification Of A Zoning Official When There Is A Conflict Of Interest And Expand Rezoning Applicants' Political Contribution Disclosure Requirements, Bentley Greg Cline

Georgia State University Law Review

The Act provides for disqualification of a zoning official from voting on a rezoning application where there is a conflict of interest. The Act expands a rezoning applicant's reporting requirements of political contributions to zoning officials. A rezoning applicant's agents (including attorneys) must disclose their contributions. The Act provides for disclosure of political contributions by opponents of rezoning applications.