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This bill modifies the rules for annexation of unincorporated property in Minnesota by clarifying who can initiate an annexation proceeding and specifically excluding certain property owners from the process. Previously, annexation could be initiated by a municipal resolution, a township resolution, a petition from 20% of property owners or 100 property owners (whichever is less), or a joint resolution between the municipal council and township board. The bill now explicitly states that owners or operators of aggregate material mining facilities are not eligible to initiate an annexation proceeding under the property owner petition provisions. Annexation proceedings must still include specific details such as the proposed boundaries, names of parties who must be notified, and reasons for the proposed annexation. The bill requires that any property owner petition must also be accompanied by a supporting resolution from the annexing municipality. This change appears designed to prevent mining companies from unilaterally driving annexation proceedings, potentially giving more control to local governments and resident property owners.

Government Affairs

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF2578&ssn=0&y=2025