American Samoa § 26.1006 - Destruction of unsafe buildings.
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 26.1006 — Destruction of unsafe buildings., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 26.1006. Destruction of unsafe buildings.
If any building or other structure is considered to be in such a dilapidated condition as to be unsafe and dangerous, the owner shall tear down and remove the building within 30 days after receipt of written notice to do so signed by the Governor.
Source: official American Samoa text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 26.1006
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 26.1006 cover?
Section 26.1006 ("Destruction of unsafe buildings.") is part of the American Samoa Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of American Samoa. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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Is this the official text of American Samoa law?
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