California § 459 - The expense of making the survey and description by the county surveyor is a lien
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 459 — The expense of making the survey and description by the county surveyor is a lien, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 459. The expense of making the survey and description by the county surveyor is a lien
The expense of making the survey and description by the county surveyor is a lien on the land, and, when approved by the superior court, shall be certified by it to the board of supervisors who shall, by resolution, direct the auditor to add the expense to the taxes on the land, to be collected like other taxes.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 459
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 459 cover?
Section 459 ("The expense of making the survey and description by the county surveyor is a lien") 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 § 459?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 459 apply to my situation?
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