Michigan § 485.9 - Real estate; power to hold.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 485.9 — Real estate; power to hold., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 485.9. Real estate; power to hold.
Said corporation shall not, in their corporate capacity, hold, purchase, or deal in any lands other than lands donated to said corporations to aid in constructing said improvements, or the lands in which their canals shall run, to the width of 300 feet on each side of said canals, or which are donated to or purchased by said corporation for wharves or docking purposes, or which may actually be necessary for the construction and maintenance of the canals or improvements, or the fixtures connected therewith.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 485.9
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 485.9 cover?
Section 485.9 ("Real estate; power to hold.") 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.
How do I cite Michigan § 485.9?
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Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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