The authority to condemn is not conferred, and the condemnation proceedings shall not commence, unless the governing body for the acquiring agency approves a preliminary or final route or site location of the proposed public improvement, approves the use of condemnation, and finds that there is a reasonable expectation the applicant will be able to achieve its public purpose, comply with all applicable standards, and obtain the necessary permits.
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2015 amendment takes effect July 2, 2015, and applies to public improvement projects for which an application under §6B.3 is filed on or after that date; 2015 Acts, ch 138, §148, 149
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