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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 1Pt. 1Ch. 4Art. 3§ 651 Excess Space Leasing Authority

§ 651 Excess Space Leasing Authority

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§ 651 Excess Space Leasing Authority

Key Takeaways

  • •The government can build or improve buildings with extra space they don't need right away.
  • •They can rent out this extra space to others until they need it themselves.
  • •The rental rules and prices must be approved by the Department of General Services.

Example

The government builds a new office building with 10 floors but only needs 7 floors for now.

They can rent out the extra 3 floors to other companies or people until they need the space. The rental price and rules must be okayed by the Department of General Services.

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

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§ 651 Excess Space Leasing Authority

Any building or improvement that is controlled by the department may contain space in excess of the requirements of the department. Until needed, the excess space may be leased or let by the department at such rental and upon such terms and conditions as are approved by the Department of General Services. (Amended by Stats. 2022, Ch. 198, Sec. 11. (SB 1499) Effective January 1, 2023.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

leasepropertygeneral servicesimprovement

Related Statutes

  • § 653 Department Space Rentals
  • § 601 Property Acquisition Authority
  • § 604 State Building Administration Rules
  • § 627 Property Protection Authority
  • § 8551 District Powers And Authority

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 651.
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