HB556 Alabama 2010 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Chris EnglandRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2010

Title

Municipal subdivision regulation, nothing shall impair or limit a lawful contract for the purchase or sale of any lot in a proposed subdivision, Sec. 11-52-33 am'd.

Summary

HB556 would amend Alabama’s municipal subdivision law to protect valid contracts for buying or selling lots in proposed subdivisions before the plat is approved.

What This Bill Does

It adds a clause stating that nothing in the subdivision law shall impair or limit a valid contract for the purchase or sale of a lot within a proposed subdivision prior to its approval. This means buyers and sellers can enter such contracts even before a plat is approved. The bill keeps existing penalties and enforcement options for pre-approval transfers (including fines and court injunctions) but clarifies that pre-approval contracts are allowed.

Who It Affects

• Buyers and sellers of lots in proposed subdivisions who may sign contracts before plat approval
• Local governments and planning authorities that regulate subdivision approvals and enforce penalties

Key Provisions

• Amends Section 11-52-33 to add a provision that nothing in the section shall impair or limit a valid, enforceable contract for purchase or sale of a lot in a proposed subdivision prior to plat approval.
• Maintains the section’s penalties for pre-approval conveyances (e.g., $100 per lot) and the ability of municipalities/counties to seek injunctions or civil penalties, ensuring enforcement remains available.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Property, Real and Personal