A mandamus is an order to a public agency or governmental body to perform an act required by law when it has neglected or refused to do so. A person may petition for a writ of mandamus when an official has refused to fulfill a legal obligation, such as ordering an agency to release public records.
The Kentucky Petition or Application to Compel Approval of Matters Submitted After Arbitrary Disapproval by Administrative Agency is a legal instrument used to challenge the arbitrary disapproval of matters submitted to an administrative agency. This petition or application seeks to compel the administrative agency to review and approve the submission, providing a fair and unbiased evaluation according to the established regulations and criteria. In Kentucky, there are several types of petitions or applications that can be filed to compel approval of matters after arbitrary disapproval by administrative agencies. Some of these may include: 1. Petition to Compel Approval of Zoning Variance: This type of petition is filed when a request for a zoning variance is arbitrarily disapproved by the administrative agency responsible for zoning regulations. The petitioner seeks to compel the agency to reconsider and grant the requested variance, providing valid reasons and evidence supporting the request. 2. Petition to Compel Approval of Building Permit: If a building permit application is denied by an administrative agency without sufficient justification, a petition can be filed to compel the agency to review and approve the permit. The petitioner presents their arguments, evidence, and compliance with applicable regulations to support the request for approval. 3. Petition to Compel Approval of Environmental Permit: This type of petition is filed when an environmental permit application is arbitrarily disapproved by an administrative agency responsible for environmental regulations. The petitioner seeks to compel the agency to reevaluate the application, considering all relevant factors and complying with laws and regulations, in order to obtain the required environmental permit. 4. Petition to Compel Approval of Business License: If a business license application is denied by an administrative agency without proper reasoning, a petition can be filed to compel the agency to reconsider and grant the license. The petitioner provides valid reasons, evidence of compliance with requirements, and seeks fair evaluation and approval. These various types of petitions or applications aim to ensure that administrative agencies act in accordance with established laws, regulations, and procedures. They provide an opportunity to challenge arbitrary disapproval and seek fair treatment, ensuring a thorough and unbiased evaluation of the matters submitted.
