If enacted, the legislation will directly affect property owners around Table Rock Lake by offering them a measure of security for their properties. Specifically, the Secretary of the Army will have the authority to grant property owners a conveyance that legitimizes their continued occupancy and preserves their structures. This could potentially enhance property values in the area and encourage responsible land use while addressing the concerns of individuals who have invested in these properties under specific conditions.
Summary
House Bill 7818, known as the Table Rock Lake Property Protection Act, aims to exempt certain structures from removal on property managed by the Army Corps of Engineers at Table Rock Lake. The bill seeks to protect the interests of property owners with eligible structures located on fee land or land subject to flowage easements. By suspending removal activities, the bill intends to provide a legal framework through which property owners can maintain their existing structures without the fear of government-enforced removal.
Contention
Opposition to HB 7818 may arise from various stakeholders, particularly those concerned about environmental impacts and land use management. Critics may argue that allowing structures to remain may hinder the natural ecosystem around Table Rock Lake and complicate flood management practices, which are typically part of the Army Corps' responsibilities. Furthermore, there might be concerns about the implications of establishing 'eligible structures' guidelines and the long-term effects of such exemptions on future land development policies.
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Authorizing The Issuance Of A Twenty-five-year Term, Non-exclusive Easement Covering A Portion Of State Submerged Lands At Kikiaola, Kekaha, Kauai, For A Shoreline Protection Structure, And For Use, Repair, And Maintenance Of The Improvements Constructed Thereon.
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