Bill > SF1769

This bill modifies the requirements for well disclosure certificates during real estate transactions in Minnesota, introducing several key changes. Currently, when selling a property, sellers must disclose information about known wells, including their status and location. The bill establishes a new process where sellers must submit a well disclosure certificate to the commissioner of health, accompanied by a $50 nonrefundable fee, which will include detailed information about the wells and the property transaction. The bill mandates the development of an information technology system by June 30, 2028, to manage these certificates electronically, allowing for online submissions, fee payments, and certificate number issuance. County recorders and registrars of titles will be required to verify certificate information and validate it through the new system. The bill also clarifies that after a property sale closes, the new property owner becomes responsible for any wells on the property. Additionally, the legislation provides a one-time appropriation to fund the development of the well disclosure certificate information technology system, with ongoing costs to be managed through a service-level agreement. These changes aim to modernize and streamline the well disclosure process, making it more efficient and technologically current while maintaining important property transfer and environmental monitoring requirements.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1769&ssn=0&y=2025