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(a) At any time before the district issues indebtedness secured by taxes or net revenues, the district, including any annexed territory, may be divided into two or more new districts.
(b) A new district created by division of the district must be at least 100 acres.
(c) The board may consider a proposal to divide the district on:
(1) a petition of a landowner in the district; or
(2) a motion by the board.
(d) If the board decides to divide the district, the board shall:
(1) set the terms of the division, including names for the new districts and a plan for the payment or performance of any outstanding district obligations; and
(2) prepare a metes and bounds description for each proposed district.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Special District Local Laws Code - SDLL § 8141.251. Division of District; Requirements - last updated April 14, 2021 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/special-district-local-laws-code/sdll-sect-8141-251/
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