Code Civ. Proc., § 1240.040 · Article 1. General Limitations on Exercise of Power of Eminent Domain
Code Civ. Proc., § 1240.040
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
A public entity may exercise the power of eminent domain only if it has adopted a resolution of necessity that meets the requirements of Article 2 (commencing with Section 1245.210) of Chapter 4.
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Added by Stats. 1975, Ch. 1275.
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