HF74 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Amortization of certain property uses authorized.
Related bill: SF816
AI Generated Summary
This bill, introduced in the Minnesota House of Representatives, proposes changes regarding local government regulations on the use of certain properties. It specifies that municipalities cannot pass or enforce laws that aim to phase out or terminate previously approved property uses gradually over time, known as "amortization." However, there are exceptions to this rule; the prohibition on amortization does not apply to adult-only establishments such as bookstores or theaters, or to nonconforming industrial uses located in environmental justice areas within major cities.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 09, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Elections Finance and Government Operations |
Citations
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"analysis": {
"added": [
"A clarification allowing exceptions for certain adult-only businesses and nonconforming industrial uses in specified areas."
],
"removed": [
"N/A"
],
"summary": "This bill modifies the provisions related to the amortization of property uses under section 462.357, subdivision 1c.",
"modified": [
"Prohibits municipalities from using amortization to eliminate lawful property uses, with specific exceptions."
]
},
"citation": "462.357"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"Provides context for the exception related to nonconforming industrial uses."
],
"removed": [
"N/A"
],
"summary": "References definitions for environmental justice areas as per existing section 116.065, subdivision 1.",
"modified": [
"Specifies conditions under which nonconforming uses in environmental justice areas may be treated differently."
]
},
"citation": "116.065"
}
]