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VA HB1196
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/14/2026
Primary Sponsor
Phillip Scott
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AI Summary
- Amends Virginia Code § 55.1-1836 governing eminent domain procedures for property owners' association common areas
- Requires that the physical characteristics of common area land at the time of acquisition be considered when determining property valuation during condemnation proceedings
- Maintains existing provisions allowing association boards to negotiate awards with condemning authorities and convey property without formal condemnation proceedings
- Common areas must continue to be valued at highest and best use as if unrestricted, with the new physical characteristics requirement added to this valuation process
Legislative Description
Property Owners' Association Act; operation and management of assoc., condemnation of common area.
Last Action
Continued to next session in General Laws (Voice Vote)
2/12/2026
Committee Referrals
General Laws: Housing/Consumer Protection1/26/2026
General Laws1/14/2026
Full Bill Text
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