North Dakota § 49-21-29 - Franchise ordinance not superseded

Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 49-21-29 — Franchise ordinance not superseded, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 49-21-29. Franchise ordinance not superseded

Sections 49-21-26, 49-21-27, and 49-21-28 do not modify or supersede the rights and obligations of a political subdivision and the telecommunications company established by the terms of any existing franchise. A city that collects a city franchise fee under a franchise may not collect a fee from that entity under section 49-21-26. A political subdivision that collects a fee prohibited by section 49-21-26 on January 1, 1999, may continue to collect that fee.

Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 49-21-29

What does North Dakota Century Code § 49-21-29 cover?

Section 49-21-29 ("Franchise ordinance not superseded") is part of the North Dakota Century Code, the codified statutory law of North Dakota. 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 North Dakota § 49-21-29?

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Is this the official text of North Dakota law?

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