1506 - Licensed facility zoning and land use appeals. - Pennsylvania Statutes

§ 1506. Licensed facility zoning and land use appeals. In order to facilitate timely implementation of casino gaming as provided in this part, notwithstanding 42 Pa.C.S. § 933(a)(2) (relating to appeals from government agencies), the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania is vested with exclusive appellate jurisdiction to consider appeals of a final order, determination or decision of a political subdivision or local instrumentality involving zoning, usage, layout, construction or occupancy, including location, size, bulk and use of a licensed facility. The court, as appropriate, may appoint a master to hear an appeal under this section. (Nov. 1, 2006, P.L.1243, No.135, eff. imd.)