HB 2608
An Act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the Borough of Danville certain lands situate in Danville Borough, Montour County.
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Bill overview
This bill authorizes the Department of General Services to transfer certain land and buildings, formerly part of the Danville State Hospital, to the Borough of Danville. The land includes three parcels totaling approximately 4.48 acres and is located in Danville Borough, Montour County. The transfer will occur for $1, subject to an agreement, and is subject to various conditions and restrictions, including limitations on its use for certain facilities. The land is described in detail within the bill’s text.
Key provisions
- The Department of General Services can grant and convey land to the Borough of Danville.
- The land to be transferred consists of three parcels totaling approximately 4.48 acres from the former Danville State Hospital grounds.
- The transfer will be for $1, with terms to be established in a sale agreement.
- The conveyance is subject to existing easements and rights.
- The property cannot be used as a licensed facility or similar type of facility.
- The deed must include a covenant running with the land restricting use to municipal purposes.
- If the property is used for a non-municipal purpose, the title reverts to the Commonwealth.
- Proceeds from the conveyance will be deposited into the General Fund.
Who is affected
- Borough of Danville
- Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- Department of General Services
- Local Government
- Residents of Danville Borough
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