Florida § 73.041 - Acquiring or perfecting title after appropriation.

Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 73.041 — Acquiring or perfecting title after appropriation., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 73.041. Acquiring or perfecting title after appropriation.

In any instance, where the petitioner has not acquired the title to or a necessary interest in any lands which it is using, or if at any time after an attempt to acquire such title or interest, it is found to be defective, the petitioner may proceed under this chapter to acquire or perfect such title or interest; provided, however, that the compensation to be allowed the defendants shall be determined as of the date of appropriation.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 73.041

What does Florida Statutes § 73.041 cover?

Section 73.041 ("Acquiring or perfecting title after appropriation.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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