The owner of the property, within 30 days after the beginning of condemnation proceedings, may file with the commission a petition for a decision as to the necessity of the appropriation. A copy of the petition and order of notice, attested by the administrative director, shall be served on the defendant.

PL 1987, c. 141, §A6 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 490, §B17 (RPR).