Illinois § 15-5-5
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 15-5-5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-5-5.
Eminent domain powers in ILCS Chapters 5 through 40. The following provisions of law may include express grants of the power to acquire property by condemnation or eminent domain: (5 ILCS 220/3.1); Intergovernmental Cooperation Act; cooperating entities; for Municipal Joint Action Water Agency purposes. (5 ILCS 220/3.2); Intergovernmental Cooperation Act; cooperating entities; for Municipal Joint Action Agency purposes. (5 ILCS 585/1); National Forest Land Act; United States of America; for national forests. (15 ILCS 330/2); Secretary of State Buildings in Cook County Act; Secretary of State; for office facilities in Cook County. (20 ILCS 5/5-675); Civil Administrative Code of Illinois; the Secretary of Transportation, the Director of Natural Resources, and the Director of Central Management Services; for lands, buildings, and grounds for which an appropriation is made by the General Assembly. (20 ILCS 620/9); Economic Development Area Tax Increment Allocation Act; municipalities; to achieve the objectives of the economic development project. (20 ILCS 685/1); Particle Accelerator Land Acquisition Act; Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity; for a federal high energy BEV Particle Accelerator. (20 ILCS 835/2); State Parks Act; Department of Natural Resources; for State parks. (20 ILCS 1110/3); Illinois Coal and Energy Development Bond Act; Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity; for coal projects. (20 ILCS 1920/2.06); Abandoned Mined Lands and Water Reclamation Act; Department of Natural Resources; for reclamation purposes. (20 ILCS 1920/2.08); Abandoned Mined Lands and Water Reclamation Act; Department of Natural Resources; for reclamation purposes and for the construction or rehabilitation of housing. (20 ILCS 1920/2.11); Abandoned Mined Lands and Water Reclamation Act; Department of Natural Resources; for eliminating hazards. (20 ILCS 3105/9.08a); Capital Development Board Act; Capital Development Board; for lands, buildings and grounds for which an appropriation is made by the General Assembly. (20 ILCS 3110/5); Building Authority Act; Capital Development Board; for purposes declared by the General Assembly to be in the public interest. (40 ILCS 5/15-167); Illinois Pension Code; State Universities Retirement System; for real estate acquired for the use of the System. (Source: P.A. 94-1055, eff. 1-1-07.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 15-5-5
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 15-5-5 cover?
Section 15-5-5 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. 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 Illinois § 15-5-5?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 15-5-5" (Illinois). 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 Illinois law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Illinois official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Illinois attorney.
How does Illinois § 15-5-5 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Illinois can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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