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HomeWater CodeDiv. 6Pt. 3Ch. 6Art. 3§ 11592 Railroad Facility Dispute Resolution

§ 11592 Railroad Facility Dispute Resolution

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§ 11592 Railroad Facility Dispute Resolution

This law says that if the government and a company (like a railroad or utility) can't agree on where or what kind of new facilities to build, the Public Utilities Commission will make the final decision.

Key Takeaways

  • •If the government and a company can't agree on new facilities, the Public Utilities Commission steps in.
  • •The Commission makes the final decision on where and what kind of facilities to build.
  • •This applies to railroads, utilities, and state agencies.

Example

A city wants a railroad company to build a new train station in a specific spot, but the railroad company disagrees.

If they can't agree, the Public Utilities Commission will decide where the train station should be built.

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

Official Source
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§ 11592 Railroad Facility Dispute Resolution

In the event the department and any common carrier railroad, other public utility, or state agency fail to agree as to the character or location of new facilities to be provided as required in this article, the character and location of the new facilities and any other controversy concerning requirements imposed by this chapter shall be submitted to and determined and decided by the Public Utilities Commission of the State. (Amended by Stats. 1957, Ch. 1932.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

character or location of new facilitiesPublic Utilities Commission of the State

Related Statutes

  • § 11590 Utility Facility Protection Rules
  • § 11591 Project Compliance Costs
  • § 13440 Water Pollution Cleanup Fund
  • § 13441 Hazardous Waste Account Funding
  • § 13441.5 Water Quality Loan Transfers

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 11592.
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