Land Use & Zoning
Wisconsin's 'adequate facilities' ordinance may allow a municipality to:
AExempt new development from impact fees
BDeny development permits when public infrastructure cannot adequately serve new development✓ Correct
COverride state environmental regulations
DGrant variances without public hearings
Explanation
Adequate facilities ordinances allow municipalities to condition or deny development approval when existing or planned public infrastructure (roads, utilities, schools) cannot adequately serve the new development.
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