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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 2Pt. 1Ch. 4Art. 17§ 53981 Local Facility Financing Requirements

§ 53981 Local Facility Financing Requirements

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§ 53981 Local Facility Financing Requirements

Key Takeaways

  • •Local governments should find money for public places like schools and parks, but they have to follow California’s money rules.
  • •Public places must be built on time so new homes, shops, and factories have what they need.
  • •The goal is to keep people safe and healthy by planning ahead.

Example

A new neighborhood is being built with 100 houses.

The city must make sure there’s a school, park, and fire station ready when people move in. They can’t wait until later—they have to plan and build these things on time using the money they’re allowed to spend.

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

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§ 53981 Local Facility Financing Requirements

It is the Legislature’s intent that local agencies pursue financing, within the limitations, prescribed by Articles XIII A and XIII B of the California Constitution, for required public facilities. In order to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the people of this state and to effectively plan for future development, it is essential that all public facilities be provided in accordance with the coordinated construction schedule to assure necessary public services to residential, commercial, and industrial developments. (Added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 396, Sec. 1. Effective July 27, 1983.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

schoolhealthtrialportlegislatureroadsafetycalifornia constitution

Related Statutes

  • § 26912.1 Local Agency State Funding
  • § 56425.5 Redevelopment Project Service Rights
  • § 65864 Development Project Approval Certainty
  • § 25210.1 Unincorporated Area Public Services
  • § 54221 Local Agency Definitions

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 53981.
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