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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 7Ch. 5Art. 1§ 16801 Public Utility Acquisition Definition

§ 16801 Public Utility Acquisition Definition

Public Utilities Code·California
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§ 16801 Public Utility Acquisition Definition

Key Takeaways

  • •This law talks about how the government can get or build things like water, electricity, or gas systems.
  • •It includes building new things, finishing half-done projects, or buying existing ones.
  • •The main idea is that the government can take action to make sure people have important services like water and power.

Example

A small town needs a new water system because the old one is broken.

The government can use this law to build a new water system or buy one from a company to make sure everyone in the town has clean water.

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

Official Source
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§ 16801 Public Utility Acquisition Definition

As used in this chapter “acquisition of public utility works” includes construction, completion, or acquisition of public utilities or public utility works. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

acquisition of public utility workspublic utilitiespublic utility works

Related Statutes

  • § 1011 Public Utility Franchise Rights
  • § 16802 Utility Acquisition Petition Process
  • § 16803 Utility Acquisition Petition Process
  • § 16804 Utility Cost And Revenue Estimates
  • § 16806 Utility Acquisition Consideration

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 16801.
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