The Origins of Developments of Regional Impact by Phil Klotz

Phil Klotz, professional planner for the Pennsylvania Local Government Commission, explained the origins of the term "development of regional impact” and the state and federal laws that relate to it. Phil referred to the Kilbuck Township Landslide Task Force and Advisory Committee Report, which resulted in a proposed Geologically Hazardous Areas Act. He also mentioned the Proposed House Resolution 845 of 2008 to authorize the Joint State Government Committee Task Force/Advisory Committee to study developments of regional significance and impact. Phil noted that the American Law Institute put out a document in 1976 that provides a definition and factors for determining Developments of Regional Impact which is still referenced today. 

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