Nevada § 321.640 - Legislative findings and declaration
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 321.640 — Legislative findings and declaration, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 321.640. Legislative findings and declaration
The Legislature hereby finds and declares that: 1. It is in the public interest to place the primary authority for the planning process
with the local governments, which are closest to the people; 2. Unregulated growth and development of the State will result in harm to the public
safety, health, comfort, convenience, resources and general welfare; 3. The cities of the State have a responsibility for guiding the development of areas
within their respective boundaries for the common good, and the counties have similar
responsibilities with respect to their unincorporated areas; 4. City, county, regional and other planning must be done in harmony to ensure the
orderly growth and preservation of the State; and 5. State participation in land use planning should be limited to coordination of information
and data, the acquisition and use of federal lands within the State, providing land
use planning assistance in areas of critical environmental concern when directed by
the Governor or requested by local governments, and providing assistance in resolving
inconsistencies between the land use plans of local governmental entities when requested
to do so by one of the entities.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 321.640
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 321.640 cover?
Section 321.640 ("Legislative findings and declaration") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nevada § 321.640?
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Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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How does Nevada § 321.640 apply to my situation?
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