Checks and Balances in the Zoning Process

The question

Peter questions if there are checks and balances in place for the new system where city staff approves projects instead of politicians, and if developers can sue if denied.

The answer

Anne-Christine confirms that while the zoning director makes the call, there are still laws and interpretations to follow. Developers can sue if the city denies them unfairly, but the law is new, and cities are still figuring out how to apply it.