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HD 86

An Act authorizing the release of a certain sewer easement in the town of Norfolk

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Becca Rausch and 1 co-sponsor

HD 86: An Act authorizing the release of a certain sewer easement in the town of Norfolk OverviewBill Number: HD 86 Title: An Act authorizing the release of a certain sewer easeme

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Bill Summary · HD 86

HD 86: An Act authorizing the release of a certain sewer easement in the town of Norfolk

Overview

Bill Number: HD 86
Title: An Act authorizing the release of a certain sewer easement in the town of Norfolk
Status: Proposed bill
Introduced: November 29, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of this bill is to authorize the release of a specific sewer easement located in the town of Norfolk. The easement, which has been in place for several decades, currently encumbers a parcel of privately-owned land. By releasing this easement, the bill aims to provide the landowner greater flexibility and control over the use and development of their property.

Key Provisions

  • Authorizes the Department of Environmental Protection to release a sewer easement that currently encumbers a 2.5-acre parcel of privately-owned land in Norfolk
  • Requires the landowner to pay fair market value for the release of the easement, as determined by an independent appraisal
  • Stipulates that the released easement area cannot be used for any purpose that would interfere with the town's sewer infrastructure or operations
  • Mandates that the town of Norfolk be granted a new, updated easement to ensure continued access and maintenance of the sewer system in the affected area

Affected Parties and Impacts

The primary party affected by this bill is the private landowner whose property is currently encumbered by the sewer easement. By releasing the easement, the landowner will gain greater control and flexibility over the use and development of their land.

The town of Norfolk will also be impacted, as they will need to work with the landowner to establish a new, updated easement to maintain access and oversight of the sewer infrastructure. However, the bill aims to ensure that the town's sewer operations are not disrupted by the release of the original easement.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

This bill has been introduced in the state legislature and is currently in the committee review process. If passed, the Department of Environmental Protection would be authorized to work with the town of Norfolk and the private landowner to facilitate the release of the sewer easement and the establishment of a new, updated easement. The timeline for this process would depend on the legislative schedule and the ability of the involved parties to reach an agreement on the terms of the easement release and replacement.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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