Missouri § 67.440 - Emergency powers may be authorized.
Full text of Missouri Revised Statutes of Missouri § 67.440 — Emergency powers may be authorized., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 67.440. Emergency powers may be authorized.
The ordinances may provide that in cases where it reasonably appears there is an immediate danger to the health, safety, or welfare of any person, the building commissioner or designated officer or officers may take emergency measures to vacate and repair or demolish a dangerous building or structure.
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(L. 1969 H.B. 60 § 5)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Missouri § 67.440
What does Revised Statutes of Missouri § 67.440 cover?
Section 67.440 ("Emergency powers may be authorized.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, the codified statutory law of Missouri. 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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