Michigan § 45.596 - Proceedings to take private property.
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§ 45.596. Proceedings to take private property.
A county may take private property within its corporate boundaries that is necessary for a purpose within the scope of this act for the use or benefit of the public and may institute proceedings for that purpose.
Proceedings to take private property under subsection (1) shall be commenced under the uniform condemnation procedures act, Act No. 87 of the Public Acts of 1980, being sections 213.51 to 213.77 of the Michigan Compiled Laws, whenever the county, by resolution of its board of commissioners, determines that it is necessary to take certain private property for a designated public improvement and that the improvement is for the use or benefit of the public.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 45.596
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 45.596 cover?
Section 45.596 ("Proceedings to take private property.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. 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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