North Dakota § 40-58-03 - Encouragement of private enterprise
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 40-58-03 — Encouragement of private enterprise, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40-58-03. Encouragement of private enterprise
A municipality, to the greatest extent it determines to be feasible in carrying out this chapter, shall afford maximum opportunity, consistent with the sound needs of the municipality as a whole, to the development, rehabilitation, or redevelopment of the development or renewal area by private enterprise. A municipality shall give consideration to this objective in exercising its powers under this chapter, including the formulation of a workable program, the approval of development or renewal plans consistent with the general plan for the municipality, the adoption and enforcement of ordinances as provided for in section 40-58-18, the exercise of its zoning powers, the enforcement of other laws, codes, and regulations relating to the use of land and the use and occupancy of buildings and improvements, the disposition of any property acquired, and the provision of necessary public improvements.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 40-58-03
What does North Dakota Century Code § 40-58-03 cover?
Section 40-58-03 ("Encouragement of private enterprise") 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 § 40-58-03?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 40-58-03" (North Dakota). 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 North Dakota law?
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How does North Dakota § 40-58-03 apply to my situation?
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