HF1409

This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 273.124, subdivision 14, to expand the definition of qualified relatives who can actively farm agricultural homestead property for special agricultural homestead classification. The proposed amendment adds uncles, aunts, nephews, and nieces to the list of eligible relatives who can farm the agricultural property while maintaining its homestead status.

The bill outlines various conditions under which agricultural property qualifies for homestead classification, including minimum acreage requirements, residency requirements, restrictions on claiming multiple agricultural homesteads, and proximity limitations between the owner and the actively farmed land. It also includes provisions for agricultural homestead classification continuity in cases of natural disasters, such as floods and tornadoes.

Additionally, the bill clarifies application and reapplication procedures to maintain special agricultural homestead status, ensuring that property owners provide necessary documentation and continue meeting eligibility criteria.