After equalization of benefits, the board may make an assessment against each tract and property affected, in proportion to the benefits as equalized, to pay damages and project costs incurred. Costs shall include expenses of the board, surveyors and assistants, plans and profiles, publication and filing, other fees, interest on bonds issued or to be issued, and all other expenses incurred that contribute to establishment or construction of the project.

Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 46A-11-5

  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
  • Property: includes property, real and personal. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2

Source: SDC 1939, § 61.1008; SDCL, § 46-21-5; SL 1985, ch 362, § 102.