California § 40527 - If within four years after the adoption of an ordinance declaring the need for an
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 40527 — If within four years after the adoption of an ordinance declaring the need for an, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40527. If within four years after the adoption of an ordinance declaring the need for an
If within four years after the adoption of an ordinance declaring the need for an authority to function in a local agency, the authority has not acquired or entered into possession of any property, or entered into any contract for the acquisition of any property, the legislative body by ordinance may declare that there is no need for the authority to function. Upon the adoption of such ordinance, the offices of the commission become vacant and the capacity of the authority to transact business or exercise any power is suspended until the legislative body again adopts an ordinance declaring the need for the authority to function.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 40527
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 40527 cover?
Section 40527 ("If within four years after the adoption of an ordinance declaring the need for an") 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 § 40527?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 40527 apply to my situation?
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