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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 5Ch. 1Art. 1§ 10002 Municipal Public Utility Authority

§ 10002 Municipal Public Utility Authority

Public Utilities Code·California
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§ 10002 Municipal Public Utility Authority

This law says a city or town can get, build, own, run, or rent any public utility like water, electricity, or gas.

Key Takeaways

  • •Cities and towns can take over public utilities.
  • •They can build new utilities themselves.
  • •They can own, run, or rent utilities as they choose.

Example

A small town decides to build its own water system instead of using a private company.

Because the law lets the town acquire, construct, own, operate, or lease a public utility, it can legally build and run its own water system.

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

Official Source
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§ 10002 Municipal Public Utility Authority

Any municipal corporation may acquire, construct, own, operate, or lease any public utility. (Enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

municipal corporationpublic utility

Related Statutes

  • § 10001 Municipal Public Utility Definition
  • § 10004 Municipal Utility Land Authority
  • § 10009.6 Residential Utility Deposits
  • § 2902 Municipal Utility Regulation Limits
  • § 10001.5 Municipal Broadband Compliance

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 10002.
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