California § 37396 - A city, county, or city and county may lease property owned, held, or controlled

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 37396 — A city, county, or city and county may lease property owned, held, or controlled, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 37396. A city, county, or city and county may lease property owned, held, or controlled

(a) A city, county, or city and county may lease property owned, held, or controlled by it for not to exceed 99 years, for stadium, park, recreational, fair, exposition, or exhibition purposes, or for general sports purposes such as training and competitive sports. (b) On and after April 24, 2002, a lease executed pursuant to this section on territory annexed pursuant to Section 56742, may not include a shopping center, hotel, motel, or lodging house, but may include a lease for all other purposes authorized under this section, including a lease for either or both of the following purposes: (1) Any dormitory or medical facility that exclusively, except in the case of a medical emergency, serves individuals participating in training or competitions held at the site leased pursuant to subdivision (a). (2) Any food facility, as defined by Section 113785 of the Health and Safety Code, food vending, and sales of goods and services incidental to, and in support of, the purposes of the lease. (c) A lease made by a county pursuant to this section is subject to Article 8 (commencing with Section 25520) of Chapter 5 of Part 2 of Division 2 of Title 3.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 37396

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 37396 cover?

Section 37396 ("A city, county, or city and county may lease property owned, held, or controlled") 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 § 37396?

A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 37396" (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 § 37396 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.