Minnesota HF1302 requires government entities to provide actual notice to property owners before using an easement.

Minnesota HF1302 mandates that any local, state, or other government entity with an easement over private property must give actual notice to the property owner by mail, email, or phone before using the easement. Failure to provide this notice subjects the entity to a civil penalty of $500 per violation. Owners who suffer from such a violation can seek actual damages, penalties, costs, and reasonable attorney fees in district court.

Minnesota HF1302 requires government entities to provide actual notice to property owners before using an easement.

Minnesota HF1302 mandates that any local, state, or other government entity with an easement over private property must give actual notice to the property owner by mail, email, or phone before using the easement. Failure to provide this notice subjects the entity to a civil penalty of $500 per violation. Owners who suffer from such a violation can seek actual damages, penalties, costs, and reasonable attorney fees in district court.