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Gov. Code, § 51053 · Chapter 6.5. Open-Space Easements

Gov. Code, § 51053

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Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)

The execution and acceptance of an instrument described in subdivision (a) of Section 51051 shall constitute a dedication to the public of the open-space character of the lands for the term specified. Any such easement and covenant shall run for a term of not less than 20 years.

Notes and commentary — not statutory text

History

Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 875, Sec. 3. (SB 1501) Effective January 1, 2013.

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As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
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https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=GOV&sectionNum=51053.
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