Texas SB363 amends the assessment of damages for property subject to a conservation easement during condemnation proceedings.

Texas SB363 modifies the assessment of damages for property subject to a conservation easement when condemned. If an entire tract or parcel is condemned, the damage is based on the property's highest and best use without considering the conservation easement status. If only a portion is condemned, the special commissioners estimate the injury and benefit to the property owner, again without considering the conservation easement status. These changes apply to condemnation proceedings initiated after the Act's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas SB363 amends the assessment of damages for property subject to a conservation easement during condemnation proceedings.

Texas SB363 modifies the assessment of damages for property subject to a conservation easement when condemned. If an entire tract or parcel is condemned, the damage is based on the property's highest and best use without considering the conservation easement status. If only a portion is condemned, the special commissioners estimate the injury and benefit to the property owner, again without considering the conservation easement status. These changes apply to condemnation proceedings initiated after the Act's effective date of September 1, 2025.