In conference Wednesday (see list of actions), the Court granted review in Save the Plastic Bag Coalition v. City of Manhattan Beach, in which the Court of Appeal upheld vacating a city ordinance banning the use of plastic bags because an environmental impact report was not prepared. See the Environmental update page. In addition, … Continue Reading
[UPDATED THROUGH AUGUST 29, 2016] What Steps Are Required for a City to Approve a Development Plan on Coastal Property? After the Fourth District, division 3, Court of Appeal reversed an administrative mandamus judgment disapproving of some actions by the City, the Supreme Court granted review on the following issues: (1) Did the City’s approval … Continue Reading
