Indiana § 36-9-27-56 - Establishing new regulated drains; negative findings by surveyor; procedure
Full text of Indiana Indiana Code § 36-9-27-56 — Establishing new regulated drains; negative findings by surveyor; procedure, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 36-9-27-56. Establishing new regulated drains; negative findings by surveyor; procedure
Sec. 56. (a) If the county surveyor's report concerning any of the three (3) subdivisions of section 55 of this chapter is wholly in the negative, the board shall have a copy of the county surveyor's preliminary report served upon the attorney for the petitioner.
(b) Within twenty (20) days after service is made under subsection (a), the petitioner may file with the board written objections to the report, along with written evidence in support of the objections.
(c) The board shall consider any objections and written evidence filed by petitioner, and may then adopt the county surveyor's preliminary report as filed or amend it as justice may require. However, if the board finds that the report concerning any of the three (3) subdivisions of section 55 of this chapter should be wholly in the negative, it shall dismiss the petition, whether or not the petitioner has filed objections and evidence.
(d) The board shall serve a copy of its findings and the notice of dismissal, if any, on the attorney for the petitioner. The petitioner may file an appeal from the order of the board under section 106 of this chapter within twenty (20) days after service of the order on the petitioner's attorney.
[Pre-Local Government Recodification Citation: 19-4-2-5.]
As added by Acts 1981, P.L.309, SEC.101. Amended by P.L.127-2017, SEC.345.
Source: official Indiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Indiana § 36-9-27-56
What does Indiana Code § 36-9-27-56 cover?
Section 36-9-27-56 ("Establishing new regulated drains; negative findings by surveyor; procedure") is part of the Indiana Code, the codified statutory law of Indiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Indiana § 36-9-27-56?
A common citation format is "Indiana Code § 36-9-27-56" (Indiana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Indiana law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Indiana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Indiana attorney.
How does Indiana § 36-9-27-56 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Indiana can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Indiana.