New York § 29 - 29Acquisition of property
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 29 — 29Acquisition of property, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 29. 29Acquisition of property
§ 29. Acquisition of property. (a) After a project, other than a state urban development corporation project, has been been approved by the commissioner or the supervising agency and the local legislative body, the commissioner or the supervising agency as the case may be, shall issue a certificate declaring that the acquisition of the property is necessary for the public purpose defined in this article and the company may acquire the property needed for the project or the municipality may, with respect to a municipally-aided project or a project aided either by a state loan or a loan from the New York state housing finance agency, take property by condemnation for the company, pursuant to the provisions of article nine of this chapter. (b) after a state urban development corporation project has been approved by the commissioner, the commissioner shall authorize the company undertaking the project to acquire the property needed for such project. (c) Notwithstanding the provisions of subdivision (a) of this section, in the case of a Battery Park city project financed or to be financed by a loan from Battery Park city authority, the approval of the project and the certificate declaring that the acquisition of the property is necessary for the public purposes defined in this article shall be issued by Battery Park city authority.
Source: official New York text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 29
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 29 cover?
Section 29 ("29Acquisition of property") is part of the New York Consolidated Laws, the codified statutory law of New York. 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 New York § 29?
A common citation format is "New York Consolidated Laws § 29" (New York). 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 New York law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New York official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New York attorney.
How does New York § 29 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New York can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in New York.