North Dakota § 15-02-05.1 - Additional duties of commissioner
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 15-02-05.1 — Additional duties of commissioner, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-02-05.1. Additional duties of commissioner
In all cases under section 54-01-05.5 involving legislative bills dealing with the sale or exchange of state land, the commissioner of university and school lands may provide the legislative assembly with an assessment regarding the highest and best use of the land involved. As used in this section, "highest and best use" means that use of a parcel of land which will most likely produce the greatest benefit to the state. The commissioner's assessment may include an evaluation of soils capability, vegetation, wildlife use, mineral characteristics, public use, recreational use, commercial or industrial use, aesthetic values, cultural values, surrounding land use, proximity to urban areas, and any other relevant resource, zoning, or planning information.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 15-02-05.1
What does North Dakota Century Code § 15-02-05.1 cover?
Section 15-02-05.1 ("Additional duties of commissioner") is part of the North Dakota Century Code, the codified statutory law of North Dakota. 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 North Dakota § 15-02-05.1?
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