A bill for an act relating to requirements for the split and consolidation of parcels.
Impact
The implications of SSB1169 are significant for landowners and local governments alike. By streamlining the procedures for splitting and consolidating parcels, it aims to facilitate easier land transactions and improve property management. However, the requirement that parcels be free of unpaid taxes and assessments may create challenges for some property owners, particularly those facing financial hardship. The bill appears designed to incentivize property owners to clear any outstanding tax obligations before proceeding with property changes.
Summary
Senate Study Bill 1169 addresses the processes surrounding the split and consolidation of parcels of land within the state. The bill specifically outlines conditions under which a county assessor or auditor can approve such splits or consolidations without requiring a plat of survey. Notably, it mandates that each parcel involved must not be within the redemption period following a tax sale and must be free from unpaid property taxes, special assessments, and drainage assessments that have not been waived or abated.
Contention
Discussions around SSB1169 may reveal tension, particularly between property rights advocates and governmental bodies responsible for tax collection and land use regulation. Proponents of the bill may argue that it reduces bureaucratic red tape and encourages more efficient land utilization, while opponents may contend that it could penalize vulnerable property owners who are unable to pay their taxes. The balance between facilitating land transactions and ensuring fiscal responsibility among landowners is likely to be a key point of contention as the bill is debated.
Notable_points
The bill implements clear definitions for 'split' and 'consolidation', which could lead to more consistent application of land regulations across various counties. Additionally, it brings clarity to what conditions must be met for the approval of a parcel split or consolidation, potentially reducing the number of disputes over land management and regulation at the local level.
A bill for an act relating to local government by modifying property tax credits and rent reimbursements, provisions governing abandoned mobile homes and personal property in rural areas, and tax sales.(Formerly SF 2024.)
A bill for an act relating to local government by modifying property tax credits and rent reimbursements, provisions governing abandoned mobile homes and personal property in rural areas, and tax sales.(See SF 2435.)
A bill for an act relating to local government by modifying provisions relating to liens, property tax credits and rent reimbursements, abandoned mobile homes and personal property in rural areas, driver's licenses, and tax sales.
Land use: land division; number of parcels resulting from division; authorize counties and municipalities to increase. Amends sec. 108 of 1967 PA 288 (MCL 560.108).
Relating to the appointment of a receiver for and sale of certain parcels of land that are abandoned, unoccupied, tax delinquent, and undeveloped in certain municipalities.
A bill for an act providing for the preparation and filing of a district parcel record that identifies all parcels contained within a drainage or levee district that is part of a county.(See SF 593.)
A bill for an act providing for the preparation and filing of a district parcel record that identifies all parcels contained within a drainage or levee district that is part of a county. (Formerly SSB 1178.) Effective date: 07/01/2025.