North Dakota § 40-47-01.2 - Agreements to not oppose annexation void

Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 40-47-01.2 — Agreements to not oppose annexation void, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 40-47-01.2. Agreements to not oppose annexation void

The zoning commission or governing body may not require as a condition of approval of a request to amend or modify a zoning regulation the execution of an agreement by the owner of the property requesting the amendment or modification stating that the owner will not oppose the annexation of the property by the municipality. This section does not apply to property located within one quarter mile [.40 kilometer] of the municipality's corporate limits or to an agreement that contains a provision whereby the municipality agrees to provide a municipal service or services before the annexation. Any agreement entered in violation of this section is void.

Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 40-47-01.2

What does North Dakota Century Code § 40-47-01.2 cover?

Section 40-47-01.2 ("Agreements to not oppose annexation void") 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.

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