R850-80-605. Advertisement of Public Auction

(1) At least 45 days prior to a public auction, the director shall give notice by certified mail to: (a) the legislative body of the county in which the subject parcel is located; (b) any lessees or permittees of record on the subject parcel; and (c) adjoining landowners as shown on county records. (2) The notice of sale must include: (a) the date and time of the auction; (b) whether the auction will be held in person or by electronic means; (c) if the auction is held in person, the location of the auction; (d) if the auction is held electronically, the ways in which a potential bidder may participate; (e) a general description of the subject parcel and a brief description of its location, including township, range, and section; (f) disclosure of a Statutory Purchase Right if applicable; and (g) the contact information of the agency office where interested parties can obtain more information. (3) The director may advertise public auctions using other methods determined by the director to increase competition at the auction.