South Dakota § 1-19B-20 - Ordinances designating historic properties--Criteria--Procedure.
Full text of South Dakota South Dakota Codified Laws § 1-19B-20 — Ordinances designating historic properties--Criteria--Procedure., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1-19B-20. Ordinances designating historic properties--Criteria--Procedure.
The local governing body of any county or municipality may adopt an ordinance designating one or more historic properties on the following criteria: historical, architectural, archaeological, and cultural significance; suitability for preservation or restoration; educational value; cost of acquisition, restoration, maintenance, operation, or repair; possibilities for adaptive or alternative use of the property; appraised value; and the administrative and financial responsibility of any person or organization willing to underwrite all or a portion of such costs. In order for any historic property to be designated in the ordinance, it must in addition meet the criteria established for inclusion of the property in the state register of historic places established pursuant to chapter 1-19A. No ordinance designating an historic property pursuant to this section may be adopted until the procedural steps set forth in §§ 1-19B-21 to 1-19B-24, inclusive, have been taken.
Source: SL 1974, ch 21, §§ 15, 16.
Source: official South Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About South Dakota § 1-19B-20
What does South Dakota Codified Laws § 1-19B-20 cover?
Section 1-19B-20 ("Ordinances designating historic properties--Criteria--Procedure.") is part of the South Dakota Codified Laws, the codified statutory law of South 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 South Dakota § 1-19B-20?
A common citation format is "South Dakota Codified Laws § 1-19B-20" (South 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 South Dakota law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the South Dakota official source linked on this page or consult a licensed South Dakota attorney.
How does South Dakota § 1-19B-20 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in South Dakota can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in South Dakota.