Massachusetts § 7K - Relocation of facilities of public utilities; entry upon lands
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 7K — Relocation of facilities of public utilities; entry upon lands, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7K. Relocation of facilities of public utilities; entry upon lands
Section 7K. Whenever land or an easement therein is taken by the department by eminent domain for the purpose of relocating certain facilities of a public utility company, as authorized by section seven G, the said public utility company, its authorized agents or employees, after due notice by registered mail to the persons in possession of land so taken, may enter upon any such lands, waters and premises, not including buildings, as said company may deem necessary or convenient for the purpose of relocating its facilities, and such entry shall not be deemed a trespass, nor an entry under any condemnation proceedings which may then be pending.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 7K
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 7K cover?
Section 7K ("Relocation of facilities of public utilities; entry upon lands") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. 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 Massachusetts § 7K?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 7K" (Massachusetts). 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 Massachusetts law?
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