North Dakota § 2-04-13 - Acquisition of air rights
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 2-04-13 — Acquisition of air rights, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2-04-13. Acquisition of air rights
In any case in which: 1. It is desired to remove, lower, or otherwise terminate a nonconforming structure or use; 2. The approach protection necessary cannot, because of constitutional limitations, be provided by airport zoning regulations under this chapter; or 3. It appears advisable that the necessary approach protection be provided by acquisition of property rights rather than by airport zoning regulations, the political subdivision within which the property or nonconforming use is located or the political subdivision owning the airport or served by it may acquire, by purchase, grant, or condemnation in the manner provided by the law under which political subdivisions are authorized to acquire real property for public purposes, such air right, navigation easement, or other estate or interest in the property or nonconforming structure or use in question as may be necessary to effectuate the purposes of this chapter.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 2-04-13
What does North Dakota Century Code § 2-04-13 cover?
Section 2-04-13 ("Acquisition of air rights") 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 § 2-04-13?
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