Wisconsin § 703.195 - Acquisition of common elements by condemnors.

§ 703.195. Acquisition of common elements by condemnors.

703.195(1) (1) Definitions. In this section: 703.195(1)(a) (a) “Acquire” means to obtain title to real property by purchase or condemnation. 703.195(1)(b) (b) “Common elements” means all of a condominium except its units and any limited common elements. 703.195(1)(c) (c) “Condemnor” means a person who has the authority to condemn property under ch. 32 . 703.195(2) (2) Applicability. This section applies to the acquisition by a condemnor of a portion of the common elements of a condominium that is created 6 months or more after November 1, 2004. This section is in addition to any applicable provision in ch. 32 . 703.195(3) (3) Notice to unit owners and association. A condemnor who seeks to acquire a portion of the common elements of a condominium and who wishes to negotiate with the association instead of with each unit owner shall notify the association and each unit owner of the proposed acquisition, in writing, at least 30 days before delivery of the appraisal required under s. 32.05 (2) (b) or 32.06 (2) (b) . The notice to the unit owners shall be sent by certified mail, requesting a return receipt signed by the addressee only. Notice is deemed complete on the date the addressee acknowledges receipt. The notice required under this subsection is in addition to any notice required under s.