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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 10Pt. 1Ch. 8Art. 5§ 26512 District Annexation Objections

§ 26512 District Annexation Objections

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§ 26512 District Annexation Objections

Key Takeaways

  • •If the district doesn't want new land added to it, they can say no.
  • •If they say no, the land can only be added if special rules are followed.
  • •The district can change its mind later and say yes to adding the land.

Example

A small town wants to add a new neighborhood to its school district, but the school district says no.

The neighborhood can only join the school district if they follow special rules. But if the school district changes its mind and says yes later, the neighborhood can join right away.

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

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§ 26512 District Annexation Objections

If the district shall file its objections in the manner aforesaid to the annexation to the district of such territory or portion thereof, the territory, or portion thereof, shall not be annexed to the district except in the manner provided in Articles 1 (commencing with Section 26401), 2 (commencing with Section 26421), 3 (commencing with Section 26451) and 4 ( commencing with Section 26486) of this chapter. The district may withdraw such objections by filing with the city clerk a certified copy of a resolution of the board stating that such objections are withdrawn. Thereupon said territory, or portion thereof, shall be deemed incorporated into and annexed to the district as provided in Section 26511. (Added by Stats. 1961, Ch. 744.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

districtobjectionsannexationterritoryArticles 1, 2, 3, and 4Section 26511

Related Statutes

  • § 26511 City Annexation District Inclusion
  • § 29727 Special District Annexation Objections
  • § 13564 Sewage Collection Agreements
  • § 13565 District Utility Ownership Authority
  • § 26532 City Annexation Protection

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 26512.
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