HB 26-1279

House Bill 26-1279 requires public utilities in Colorado to notify property owners at least 90 days before starting any new construction or extension that will affect their land. The utility must also publish a notice in local newspapers and hold an in-person public meeting between 30 and 60 days after sending the initial notification. This bill is now signed into law, meaning public utilities are required to follow these steps when planning new projects that impact private property.

Official Summary

The bill requires a public utility to provide, at least 90 days before beginning the construction or extension of a new facility, line, plant, or system, notice by certified mail to each owner of private real property that will be used as a result of the construction or extension and to publish notice in a newspaper of general circulation in the area of the real property.The bill requires a public utility to host at least one in-person public meeting at least 30 days after, but no later than 60 days after, providing notice.(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)

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