This bill amends Iowa's fence law to clarify the responsibilities of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) regarding partition fences. It defines "owner" to include the DNR when it holds the title to land where a partition fence is erected or required to be maintained. Additionally, the bill introduces a new section that establishes that the DNR will have the same rights and obligations as private landowners in the construction and maintenance of partition fences under existing law.

The changes ensure that the DNR is held accountable for the upkeep of partition fences on its properties, aligning its responsibilities with those of private landowners. This amendment aims to promote better management of property boundaries and ensure compliance with the established requirements for fence maintenance in Iowa.

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Introduced: 359A.1