California § 10005 - Whenever, in the operation of a utility, a municipality develops an excess of wat
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 10005 — Whenever, in the operation of a utility, a municipality develops an excess of wat, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10005. Whenever, in the operation of a utility, a municipality develops an excess of wat
Whenever, in the operation of a utility, a municipality develops an excess of water, light, heat, or power, over and above the amount which is necessary for the use of the municipality and its inhabitants, or such portion thereof as the legislative body of the municipality determines is to be supplied therewith, the municipality may sell, lease, or distribute the excess outside of its corporate limits.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 10005
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 10005 cover?
Section 10005 ("Whenever, in the operation of a utility, a municipality develops an excess of wat") 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 § 10005?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 10005 apply to my situation?
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