Land Use & Zoning
In Illinois, which government body typically hears appeals of local zoning decisions?
AThe Illinois Supreme Court
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CA Zoning Board of Appeals or Board of Zoning Appeals✓ Correct
DThe Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
Explanation
Most Illinois municipalities and counties have a Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) or Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) that hears appeals of zoning decisions, variance requests, and special use permit applications. Further appeals go to the circuit court.
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