California § 5063 - Before entering into any lease contract, the lands proposed to be leased shall be

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§ 5063. Before entering into any lease contract, the lands proposed to be leased shall be

Before entering into any lease contract, the lands proposed to be leased shall be appraised by the department to determine the fair market value of the lands. The total amount of rent to be paid for the entire term under any lease contract shall not be in excess of the fair market value of the lands, as determined by the appraisal. The Department of General Services shall review and approve any appraisal conducted by the department pursuant to this section, unless review and approval is waived by the Department of General Services.

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

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What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 5063 cover?

Section 5063 ("Before entering into any lease contract, the lands proposed to be leased shall be") 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 § 5063?

A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 5063" (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 § 5063 apply to my situation?

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