Repeals and adds to existing law to establish provisions regarding annexation of land by cities.

This legislation repeals Idaho Code Section 50-222 and adds a new simplified and understandable Section 50-222. Thenewcodesectionprovidesprotectionforlandownersbyclarifyingandchangingtheprocedures for a city of this state to annex privately owned property. The new section defines certain relevant terms, requires the land to be annexed is adjacent to the city, and requires the city to notify each landowner of the intent to annex. The new code section also requires that the city publish a written annexation plan and provide for a public hearing. The new code section requires that the city obtain the consent of at least two-thirds of the landowners, evidenced by a written instrument executed by the landowner or the landowner's authorized agent. The new code section also explains the procedures and effects of annexation on highways, fairgrounds, airports, recreational areas and railroad right-of-ways. Finally, the new code section maintains the procedure for judicial review of annexation decisions.