HB 159 -- Condemnation Proceedings

Sponsor:  Harris (110)

This bill changes the laws regarding the condemnation of real
property.  The bill:

(1)  Requires the condemning entity to declare the exact location
of the property desired and the specific intended use of the
property;

(2)  Prohibits the condemning entity from using the property for
any purpose other than its original intended purpose;

(3)  Prohibits the condemning entity from transferring the
property to another entity;

(4)  Entitles the property owner the right to buy back any
condemned property that the condemning entity does not use for 10
years;

(5)  Requires the condemning entity to pay for all costs of
litigation; and

(6)  Establishes a method by which the court must appoint
commissioners for condemnation proceedings.  The condemning
entity will select a commissioner, the landowner will select a
commissioner, and the two parties must agree on an independent
appraiser to serve as the third commissioner.  If they cannot
agree on a third commissioner, the court will appoint one.

Missouri House of Representatives
93rd General Assembly, 1st Regular Session
Last Updated August 25, 2005 at 1:18 pm