Boundary agreements are a valuable tool for local communities and a welcome alternative to protracted conflicts and litigation over annexation, incorporation, consolidation, land use, revenue, service provision and other intergovernmental issues.  The statutes authorize three different types of boundary agreements, each with its own process and requirements.

To help communities develop agreements, the Department maintains a Roster of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Providers who are trained and experienced in resolving municipal boundary conflicts.