Michigan § 486.254 - Existing corporations; right of condemnation.
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§ 486.254. Existing corporations; right of condemnation.
Corporations heretofore lawfully organized, among other things, for any of the purposes specified in section 1 hereof; corporations heretofore lawfully organized, or that may hereafter be lawfully organized and duly authorized to carry on the electric or gas business as a public utility in the state of Michigan; and foreign corporations heretofore lawfully organized or that may hereafter be lawfully organized, among other things, for any of the purposes specified in section 1 hereof, and duly authorized to carry on business in the state of Michigan shall have and are hereby given the right to condemn private property in accordance with the provisions of this act and subject to the same conditions and requirements as herein specified.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 486.254
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 486.254 cover?
Section 486.254 ("Existing corporations; right of condemnation.") 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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