The bill amends Section 11-2-28.2 of South Dakota law to clarify the procedure for petitioning a board of county commissioners regarding changes to the comprehensive plan or zoning ordinances. It specifies that a petition must be filed with the county auditor, who is responsible for presenting it to the board at its next regular or special meeting. The board is required to hold a public hearing on the petition within forty-five days of its presentation and must take action on the request. Additionally, the county planning commission must consider the petitioned action and provide a recommendation to the board within the same timeframe.

The bill also outlines that upon receiving the planning commission's recommendation, the board must hold another public hearing and take action on the petitioned request, adhering to the requirements set forth in existing law. This amendment aims to streamline the process and ensure timely consideration of petitions related to zoning and comprehensive plan changes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/15/2026: 11-2-28.2