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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 10Pt. 13Ch. 5Art. 1§ 101177 Eminent Domain Utility Relocation

§ 101177 Eminent Domain Utility Relocation

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§ 101177 Eminent Domain Utility Relocation

This law lets the district take private land it needs, and it must pay for any damage plus the cost of moving utilities like water pipes or power lines.

Key Takeaways

  • •The district can take property if it helps them do their jobs.
  • •They must pay for any damage to the taken property.
  • •They also have to pay to move any public utility stuff (pipes, cables, etc.) that has to be relocated.

Example

The district wants to build a new school and needs to use part of a farmer's field.

The district can take the farmer's land, but it has to pay the farmer for the land and also cover the price of moving any water pipes or electric lines that run through that part of the field.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 101177 Eminent Domain Utility Relocation

The district may exercise the right of eminent domain to take any property necessary or convenient to the exercise of the powers granted in this part. In the exercise of such power, in addition to the damage for the taking, injury, or destruction of property, the district shall also pay the cost of removal, reconstruction, or relocation of any railways, mains, pipes, conduits, cables, poles, or other structures or facilities of any public utility or public agency which is required to be moved to a new location. (Amended by Stats. 1975, Ch. 1176.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

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Related Statutes

  • § 25703 District Eminent Domain Powers
  • § 1006 Utility Construction Halt Orders
  • § 101178 Local Government Acquisition Consent
  • § 102242 Eminent Domain Utility Relocation
  • § 103242 Eminent Domain Utility Relocation

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 101177.
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