Indiana Code
Chapter 1. Flood Control
14-28-1-11. Eminent Domain Powers

Sec. 11. (a) The commission may exercise the power of eminent domain. If the commission is unable to agree with the owner for the purchase of:
(1) land;
(2) an easement;
(3) a flood easement;
(4) other interest in land; or
(5) other property or right that in the commission's opinion is necessary for the commission's purposes;
the commission may acquire the property or right by condemnation under IC 32-24.
(b) The commission must adopt an appropriate resolution and deliver the resolution to the attorney general.
(c) The attorney general shall commence and prosecute an action in the name of the state of Indiana on the relation of the commission for the appropriation of the property or right. The title to the property or right acquired vests in the state.
[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-22-10.]
As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.21. Amended by P.L.2-2002, SEC.61.

Structure Indiana Code

Indiana Code

Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources

Article 28. Flood Control

Chapter 1. Flood Control

14-28-1-1. Legislative Intent

14-28-1-1.2. "Boundary River"

14-28-1-1.3. "Boundary River Floodway"

14-28-1-2. "Flood Control"

14-28-1-3. "Flood Easement"

14-28-1-4. "Water Resources"

14-28-1-5. Adoption of Rules; Fees

14-28-1-6. Furnishing of Information

14-28-1-7. Use of State Agencies; Personnel; Purchases

14-28-1-8. Right of Entry Upon Premises

14-28-1-9. Hearings

14-28-1-10. Title to Property

14-28-1-11. Eminent Domain Powers

14-28-1-12. Jurisdiction; Comprehensive Studies and Plans

14-28-1-13. Construction or Obtaining of Flood Control Works

14-28-1-14. Surveys, Investigations, Plans, and Recommendations Regarding Water Resources

14-28-1-15. Recommendations and Information From Department

14-28-1-16. Promotion of Local Efforts; Cooperation With Individuals and Agencies

14-28-1-17. Cooperation With Federal Government

14-28-1-18. Easements and Rights-of-Way

14-28-1-19. Applicability of Laws Regarding Structures in Floodways

14-28-1-19.5. Joint Application Floodway Construction Permit

14-28-1-20. Erection of Structures in Floodways Prohibited

14-28-1-21. Nuisance Abatement

14-28-1-22. Construction Permits; Fees

14-28-1-22.1. Construction Permits; Requirements of Permit Holders

14-28-1-22.2. Variance for Structure Located in Floodway in Certain Counties; Expiration of Section

14-28-1-22.3. Variance for Structures in Floodway

14-28-1-23. Removal of Structures or Obstructions; Conditions Under Which Director Is Prohibited From Exercising Authority

14-28-1-24. Reconstruction Permits; Fees

14-28-1-24.5. Reconstruction of Earthen Berm or Levee; Requirements; Permits; Violation

14-28-1-25. Reconstruction Permit Exception; Violation

14-28-1-26. Additions to Structures in Floodways

14-28-1-26.5. Mobile Home or Residence in Boundary River Floodway; Permits; Fees

14-28-1-27. Contaminants in Lakes or Floodways Prohibited

14-28-1-28. Commission Floodways

14-28-1-29. Coordination of Flood Control Works; Approval of Plans or Specifications

14-28-1-30. Applicability of Ic 4-21.5

14-28-1-31. Reports to Governor

14-28-1-32. Violations; Class B Infractions

14-28-1-33. Violations; Class B Infractions

14-28-1-34. Violations; Penalties

14-28-1-35. Injunctive Relief

14-28-1-36. Civil Penalties

14-28-1-37. Process to Improve Efficiency in Wetland Regulatory Programs

14-28-1-38. Duties of Departments in Establishing Process

14-28-1-39. Licensure for Activities in a Floodway

14-28-1-40. Permit Applications; Utilization of Best Floodplain Mapping Data