Bill > SF59

This bill establishes new procedures for counties to alter preexisting boundary lines and manage public land survey monuments. Specifically, the bill requires counties to shift from a permissive to a mandatory approach in maintaining United States public land survey monuments, compelling county boards to employ licensed land surveyors to perpetuate and restore survey corners that have been destroyed or are becoming obscure. The bill introduces a formal process for counties to alter boundary lines by requiring them to file a petition with the court administrator, provide appropriate notices, and follow specific recording and filing procedures. Counties will now be responsible for expenses related to surveying lands and documenting boundary line changes. Additionally, the bill mandates a comprehensive assessment of existing monuments by December 31, 2027, with a requirement to preserve and restore destroyed or obscured monuments by December 31, 2028. The changes apply to actions pending or commenced on or after August 1, 2025, providing counties with a clear timeline and framework for implementing these new boundary line and monument preservation requirements.

Government Affairs, Justice

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF0059&ssn=0&y=2025