New York § 696-B - 696-BCondemnation

Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 696-B — 696-BCondemnation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 696-B. 696-BCondemnation

§ 696-b. Condemnation. Notwithstanding any inconsistent provision of any general, special or local law, a municipality shall be authorized to exercise its power of eminent domain pursuant to the eminent domain procedure law for the purpose of condemning any interest of a third party in real property which may continue subsequent to the vesting of title of real property in the municipality pursuant to a foreclosure of a tax lien, whether or not title to such real property remains with the municipality at the time of the commencement of any proceeding brought pursuant to such law.

Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 696-B

What does New York Consolidated Laws § 696-B cover?

Section 696-B ("696-BCondemnation") 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 § 696-B?

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Is this the official text of New York law?

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