MO SB1480

Lessees of public facilities (such as sports franchises) may be held liable for a proportionate share of demolition or substantial reconstruction costs if they leave the facility in a condition not reasonably adaptable for other public or commercial use

Liability is limited to costs directly attributable to the lessee's exclusive-use configuration or tenant-specific improvements, and excludes costs from general obsolescence, ordinary wear, or unrelated redevelopment decisions

Maximum liability is capped at 1% of reasonable demolition/reconstruction costs multiplied by the number of years the lessee occupied the facility

The Missouri Department of Economic Development will determine facility adaptability, identify cost attribution, and allocate proportional costs upon request from the governing body

Lessees may appeal the department's determination to the administrative hearing commission within 30 days, with the department bearing the burden of proof that cost allocation is reasonable