Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HF25

Introduced
1/12/23  
Introduced
1/12/23  

Caption

A bill for an act authorizing the reduction of damages payable to an unresponsive property owner in condemnation proceedings and including applicability provisions.(See HF 150.)

Impact

This bill is significant as it alters previous procedures that govern condemnation proceedings. By allowing for a reduction in damages, HF25 potentially incentivizes property owners to be more responsive to agency communications. Furthermore, it aims to streamline the condemnation process by minimizing delays that can occur when property owners don't engage with the proceedings. However, this change also raises concerns about the fairness of penalizing property owners who may have valid reasons for their unresponsiveness.

Summary

House File 25 (HF25) introduces provisions related to condemnation proceedings in Iowa, specifically focusing on the handling of damages awarded to property owners who do not respond to notices from acquiring agencies. The bill stipulates that if a property owner fails to respond to at least two notices from the agency, the amount of damages they would typically receive can be reduced. This aims to encourage more timely communication between property owners and agencies involved in the condemnation process.

Contention

The implementation of HF25 is likely to prompt discussions around property rights and government authority. Critics may argue that reducing damages for unresponsiveness could disproportionately affect vulnerable property owners, who may lack the resources or knowledge to respond promptly to notifications. There may also be concerns regarding the clarity of the notices and whether the consequences of non-response are adequately communicated to property owners, thereby ensuring that they are informed of their rights and obligations within this process.

Companion Bills

IA HF150

Similar To A bill for an act authorizing the reduction of damages payable to an unresponsive property owner in condemnation proceedings and including applicability provisions.(Formerly HF 25.)

Previously Filed As

IA HF150

A bill for an act authorizing the reduction of damages payable to an unresponsive property owner in condemnation proceedings and including applicability provisions.(Formerly HF 25.)

IA HSB106

A bill for an act relating to probate proceedings, including fiduciary and trustee duties, and including applicability provisions.(See HF 232.)

IA HF940

A bill for an act relating to civil law, including providing notice to named beneficiaries in probate law, a process for named beneficiaries to obtain ownership of property held by others in probate law, and authorizing spouses to amend premarital agreements, and including applicability provisions. (Formerly HF 713.)

IA HB1246

Establish a pre-condemnation process and to require reclamation and restoration of property damaged by condemnation.

IA SSB1067

A bill for an act relating to probate proceedings, including fiduciary and trustee duties, and including applicability provisions.(See SF 468.)

IA HF232

A bill for an act relating to probate proceedings, including fiduciary and trustee duties, and including applicability provisions. (Formerly HSB 106.) Effective date: 07/01/2023. Applicability date: 07/01/2023.

IA SB1158

Eminent domain; condemnation proceedings.

IA HF639

A bill for an act relating to hazardous liquid pipelines, including common carrier requirements, proceedings under the Iowa utilities commission, including commission member attendance at hearings and informational meetings, including allowing certain persons to intervene in such proceedings, including sanctions on intervenors in contested cases, and permit, permit renewal, and operation limitations, and including effective date and applicability provisions. (Formerly HF 240.) Vetoed 6-11-25.

IA SF468

A bill for an act relating to probate proceedings, including fiduciary and trustee duties, and including applicability provisions.(Formerly SSB 1067.)

IA HSB65

A bill for an act relating to the determination of market value for property tax assessment purposes and including applicability provisions.

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