Alaska § 19.20.010 - Connecting highways.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 19.20.010 — Connecting highways., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19.20.010. Connecting highways.
(a) The department may enter into cooperative agreements with a municipality for the construction or maintenance of a connecting highway that is part of the state highway system and located within the municipality.
(b) The jurisdiction, control, and duty of the department and municipality with respect to connecting highways is as follows: (1) The department has no authority to change or establish a grade of a connecting highway without approval of the governing body of the municipality.
(2) The municipality shall at its own expense maintain all underground facilities in a connecting highway and has the right to construct necessary additional underground facilities.
(3) The municipality may grant the privilege to open the surface of a connecting highway, but the municipality shall promptly repair all damage occasioned by the opening of the surface.
(4) Subject to law the municipality has the exclusive right to grant franchises over, beneath, and upon a connecting highway. However, it may not grant a franchise for transportation of passengers in motor vehicles on a connecting highway without the approval of the department.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 19.20.010
What does Alaska Statutes § 19.20.010 cover?
Section 19.20.010 ("Connecting highways.") is part of the Alaska Statutes, the codified statutory law of Alaska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alaska § 19.20.010?
A common citation format is "Alaska Statutes § 19.20.010" (Alaska). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Alaska law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Alaska official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Alaska attorney.
How does Alaska § 19.20.010 apply to my situation?
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