A proceeding may be instituted under this chapter by the filing of a petition which shall be sufficient if it sets forth:

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1.  The name of the petitioner.

2.  A description of the property, sufficient for the identification thereof, to which there may be attached a plat or map thereof.

3.  A statement that the acquisition of such property by the petitioner is necessary for a public works project and a brief general description of the public works project.

4.  A statement that the proceedings are being instituted under this chapter.

5.  A suitable prayer for relief.