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SD SB88

Bill

Status

Passed

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mark Lapka

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Applies only to projects requiring a siting permit under chapter 49-41B (energy facility siting)

  • When a property owner denies permission, the condemnor may conduct only a minimally invasive "examination" (not a full "survey") and must have a pending or approved siting permit application with the Public Utilities Commission

  • Requires 30 days' written notice to the property owner specifying the property portions, date/time, duration, type of examination, and contact information of the person conducting it

  • Condemnor must pay or provide security for any actual property damage caused by entry

  • Property owners may challenge the proposed examination in circuit court within 30 days and are entitled to copies of examination results upon written request

Legislative Description

Clarify the procedure for a potential condemnor to examine real property absent the property owner's permission.

Judicial Remedies

Last Action

Signed by the Governor on March 12, 2026 S.J. 529

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Commerce and Energy2/5/2026
Commerce and Energy1/15/2026

Full Bill Text

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