Jeff Bereza, Chair Manitoba Municipal Board
There has been much discussion around Bill 37, The Planning Amendment and City of Winnipeg Charter Amendment Act, in recent weeks. This legislation sets out a solid framework for economic growth by creating a mechanism for ensuring that development decisions are timely and consistent across Manitoba.
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Critics have suggested this legislation will erode the democratic process in local municipalities by overriding decisions and creating a backlog of frivolous appeals. Yet history has shown that undertaking a fair, open and transparent appeal process results in fewer appeals and a more accountable planning system overall.
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THERE has been much discussion in recent weeks around Bill 37, the Planning Amendment and City of Winnipeg Charter Amendment Act. This legislation sets out a solid framework for economic growth by creating a mechanism for ensuring that development decisions are timely and consistent across Manitoba.
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THERE has been much discussion in recent weeks around Bill 37, the Planning Amendment and City of Winnipeg Charter Amendment Act. This legislation sets out a solid framework for economic growth by creating a mechanism for ensuring that development decisions are timely and consistent across Manitoba.