California § 2457 - Preconstruction costs (engineering, right-of-way, preparation of environmental im
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 2457 — Preconstruction costs (engineering, right-of-way, preparation of environmental im, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2457. Preconstruction costs (engineering, right-of-way, preparation of environmental im
Preconstruction costs (engineering, right-of-way, preparation of environmental impact reports, and utility relocation) expended by a local agency prior to any allocation shall be included in the total cost of the project even though expended prior to an allocation. Allocations shall be made for preconstruction costs to a local agency that submits evidence satisfactory to the department that the local agency will be able to meet the requirements for an allocation for construction costs, and that preconstruction costs will exceed the local share of the cost of the project. A local agency may also proceed with the advertising for bids and the construction of a project without prejudice to its right to receive an allocation if an allocation is, in fact, made for such project within the same fiscal year that the construction contract was awarded.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 2457
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 2457 cover?
Section 2457 ("Preconstruction costs (engineering, right-of-way, preparation of environmental im") 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 § 2457?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 2457 apply to my situation?
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