Florida § 361.02 - Constructing dams for waterpower.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 361.02 — Constructing dams for waterpower., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 361.02. Constructing dams for waterpower.
Whenever any person owning lands in this state on any watercourse, may desire to erect dams for furnishing power for a water gristmill, electric light power, or other machine for public utility, and shall not have the fee simple title to the lands on the opposite side thereof, against which the petitioner would abut his or her dam, or surrounding lands which would be overflowed thereby, he or she may proceed to condemn such affected lands under the provisions of law relating to the condemnation of lands for other purposes.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 361.02
What does Florida Statutes § 361.02 cover?
Section 361.02 ("Constructing dams for waterpower.") 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.
How do I cite Florida § 361.02?
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