Nevada § 270.160 - Procedure
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 270.160 — Procedure, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 270.160. Procedure
1. Any owner or owners of platted land in an incorporated city may make application
in writing to the city council of the city wherein such land is situated for the vacation
of the portion of the plat so owned by them, together with such portion of any and
all streets, alleys and public ways as adjoin or abut the same. 2. Such application shall particularly describe the portion of the plat, and of the
streets, alleys and public ways sought to be vacated, and shall be signed by the applicant
or applicants. 3. A copy of such application shall be published at the expense of the applicant or
applicants in a newspaper of general circulation published in such city, at least
once a week for 3 successive weeks, which publication shall be deemed due and sufficient
notice to all persons interested of the nature and purpose of such application. 4. Upon the filing of such application and proof of publication with the city clerk,
the city council shall, at its next regular meeting, proceed to hear, consider and
dispose of the same, and if the city council be satisfied that neither the public
nor any person will be materially injured thereby, it shall order such portion of
the plat, streets, alleys and public ways vacated in accordance with such application,
a certified copy of which order shall be duly recorded in the office of the recorder
of the county wherein such land is situated. Such county recorder shall endorse the information contained in the order on the original
plat. 5. Such owner or owners shall cause to be prepared, at their expense, a revised plat
plainly showing the approved vacation, and record it with the county recorder of the
county in which the property is located after such revised plat has been approved
by the city council. Such revised plat shall comply with all requirements of this chapter.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 270.160
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 270.160 cover?
Section 270.160 ("Procedure") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. 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 Nevada § 270.160?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 270.160" (Nevada). 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 Nevada law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Nevada official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Nevada attorney.
How does Nevada § 270.160 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Nevada can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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