California § 10508 - The cost and expenses of work executed by the municipality itself shall be paid o

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 10508 — The cost and expenses of work executed by the municipality itself shall be paid o, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 10508. The cost and expenses of work executed by the municipality itself shall be paid o

The cost and expenses of work executed by the municipality itself shall be paid out of the improvement fund, but the amount appropriated and used from the fund for this purpose shall not exceed the amount of the bid upon which the award of the contract was made, or if no bids are received or the work is ordered without asking for bids, the cost and expenses shall not exceed the amount of the estimate provided for in subdivision (c) of Section 10204. If the cost and expenses do exceed the amount of the bid, or of the estimate in case no bids are received or the work is ordered without asking for bids, the excess shall be paid from the general fund in the treasury.

Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 10508

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 10508 cover?

Section 10508 ("The cost and expenses of work executed by the municipality itself shall be paid o") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. 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 California § 10508?

A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 10508" (California). 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 California law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.

How does California § 10508 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in California can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

Sources & Verification

Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in California.