Idaho § 31-807 - Management of county property
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 31-807 — Management of county property, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 31-807. Management of county property
A board of county commissioners shall have the power and authority to purchase, receive by donation, or lease any real or personal property necessary for the use of the county; preserve, take care of, manage and control the county property, but no purchase of real property must be made unless the value of the same has been previously estimated by a real estate appraiser licensed to appraise real property in the state of Idaho pursuant to the provisions of chapter 41, title 54 , Idaho Code, and no more than the appraised value must be paid therefor. However, if the county assessor determines that the value of the real property is five thousand dollars ($5,000) or less, then the appraisal provided in this section shall not be required.
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 31-807
What does Idaho Statutes § 31-807 cover?
Section 31-807 ("Management of county property") is part of the Idaho Statutes, the codified statutory law of Idaho. 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 Idaho § 31-807?
A common citation format is "Idaho Statutes § 31-807" (Idaho). 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 Idaho law?
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How does Idaho § 31-807 apply to my situation?
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