2011 Senate Bill 470

Preempt zoning ordinance gravel pit bans

Introduced in the Senate

June 15, 2011

Introduced by Sen. Tom Casperson (R-38)

To preempt local government zoning ordinances that prohibit a gravel pit unless “very serious” environmental consequences would result, as established in a particular lawsuit (Silva v Ada township).

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, Environment, and Great Lakes