Zoning notification changes approved

Senators gave final approval April 9 to a bill that changes requirements for municipalities providing notice to neighborhood associations of zoning and redevelopment plan changes.

Currently, municipalities are required to provide notice by certified mail. Under LB679, introduced by Omaha Sen. Heath Mello, a neighborhood association electing to receive notices may request a preferred method of notice, including email, regular, certified or registered mail.

The bill passed on a 47-0 vote.