California AB1752 amends eminent domain appraisal costs for public entities.

California AB1752 modifies Section 1263.025 of the Code of Civil Procedure to require public entities to cover the reasonable costs of an independent appraisal, up to $5,000, when offering to purchase property under a threat of eminent domain. This applies to offers made for high-speed rail purposes, isolated water transfer facilities, or other eminent domain situations. The appraisal must be conducted by a licensed appraiser from the Office of Real Estate Appraisers.

California AB1752 amends eminent domain appraisal costs for public entities.

California AB1752 modifies Section 1263.025 of the Code of Civil Procedure to require public entities to cover the reasonable costs of an independent appraisal, up to $5,000, when offering to purchase property under a threat of eminent domain. This applies to offers made for high-speed rail purposes, isolated water transfer facilities, or other eminent domain situations. The appraisal must be conducted by a licensed appraiser from the Office of Real Estate Appraisers.