Minnesota § 500.222 - EXEMPT ACREAGE IN LAND EXCHANGE
Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 500.222 — EXEMPT ACREAGE IN LAND EXCHANGE, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 500.222. EXEMPT ACREAGE IN LAND EXCHANGE
A local unit of government may exchange a parcel of land owned by it or acquired for it by a qualified intermediary, for a parcel of agricultural real estate that is owned by an individual exempt under section 500.221 based on ownership being lawfully acquired prior to June 1, 1981. The agricultural land being exchanged for the parcel that is currently exempt shall also be exempt under section 500.221 as if it had been purchased by the owner prior to June 1, 1981. The exchanged parcel shall have exactly the same status under section 500.221 as the parcel to be exchanged and the status may be stated on the deeds used to effectuate the transaction.
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Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes
Source: official Minnesota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 500.222
What does Minnesota Statutes § 500.222 cover?
Section 500.222 ("EXEMPT ACREAGE IN LAND EXCHANGE") is part of the Minnesota Statutes, the codified statutory law of Minnesota. 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 Minnesota § 500.222?
A common citation format is "Minnesota Statutes § 500.222" (Minnesota). 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 Minnesota law?
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How does Minnesota § 500.222 apply to my situation?
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