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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 1Pt. 1Ch. 3Art. 7§ 615 Pipeline Condemnation Authority

§ 615 Pipeline Condemnation Authority

Public Utilities Code·California
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§ 615 Pipeline Condemnation Authority

Key Takeaways

  • •A pipeline company can take private land if they need it to build or fix their pipelines.
  • •They can do this even if the land owner doesn’t want to sell.
  • •This is only for land they really need for the pipeline.

Example

A pipeline company wants to build a new pipe through your farm.

If the company can prove they need your land for the pipeline, they can take it, even if you say no.

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

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§ 615 Pipeline Condemnation Authority

A pipeline corporation may condemn any property necessary for the construction and maintenance of its pipeline. (Added by Stats. 1975, Ch. 1240.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

condemningcorporationpropertypipeline companyconstructionmaintenance

Related Statutes

  • § 611 Railroad Property Condemnation
  • § 613 Gas Corporation Property Condemnation
  • § 617 Telegraph Property Condemnation
  • § 614 Heat Corporation Property Condemnation
  • § 618 Water Corporation Condemnation Rights

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 615.
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