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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 24Pt. 2Ch. 1Art. 4§ 34311 Authority Powers And Duties

§ 34311 Authority Powers And Duties

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§ 34311 Authority Powers And Duties

Key Takeaways

  • •The authority can take legal action or be taken to court.
  • •The authority can create and change its official seal.
  • •The authority can make contracts and rules to do its job.

Example

If the authority wants to build a new park, it can sign a contract with a construction company.

The authority can make deals and rules to get things done, like building a park.

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

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§ 34311 Authority Powers And Duties

An authority may: (a)  Sue and be sued. (b)  Have a seal and alter it. (c)  Have perpetual succession. (d)  Make and execute contracts and other instruments necessary or convenient to the exercise of its powers. (e)  Make, amend, and repeal by-laws and regulations, not inconsistent with this chapter, to carry into effect the powers and purposes of the authority. (Added by Stats. 1951, Ch. 710.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

regulationcontractauthority

Related Statutes

  • § 34327.5 Federal Funds Compliance
  • § 2046 District Purchasing Policies
  • § 34312.7 Refunding Multifamily Housing Bonds
  • § 34313 Housing Project Local Approval
  • § 34324 Joint Housing Authority Powers

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 34311.
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