N.D. Cent. Code § 23-11-17: Eminent domain - Exercise of power

As a prerequisite to the taking of real property by the exercise of the power of eminent domain, an authority shall adopt a resolution declaring that the acquisition of the real property described therein is necessary for its purposes under the provisions of this chapter. Such power may be exercised in the manner provided in sections 32-15-01 to 32-15-34, or by any other applicable provision of this code relating to the exercise of the power of eminent domain.