Ohio § 1571.17
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1571.17, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1571.17.
Any corporation organized under the laws of Ohio for the purpose of transporting,
selling, or storing gas may appropriate for use in connection with the establishment,
operation or protection of a gas storage reservoir, whether located entirely or in
part in a coal bearing township or elsewhere, any private property or interest therein
as is necessary for the establishment, operation or protection of such reservoir. The right to appropriate granted in this section shall be exercised in accordance
with the law prescribing how appropriation of private property by corporations shall
be made. A corporation instituting a proceeding to appropriate property for use in connection
with a reservoir as in this section authorized, shall at such time own the right to
store gas under at least sixty-five percent of the area of the surface of the earth
under which such reservoir extends.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1571.17
What does Ohio Revised Code § 1571.17 cover?
Section 1571.17 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. 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 Ohio § 1571.17?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 1571.17" (Ohio). 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 Ohio law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Ohio official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Ohio attorney.
How does Ohio § 1571.17 apply to my situation?
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