Ohio § 4939.02
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 4939.02, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4939.02.
(A) It is the public policy of this state to do all of the following: (1) Promote the public health, safety, and welfare regarding access to and the occupancy
or use of public ways, to protect public and private property, and to promote economic
development in this state; (2) Promote the availability of a wide range of utility, communication, and other services
to residents of this state at reasonable costs, including the rapid implementation
of new technologies and innovative services; (3) Promote the rapid deployment of small cell facility infrastructure and related capital
investment in this state by ensuring that municipal corporations grant or deny consent
to install, operate, modify, or replace wireless facilities in a timely manner; (4) Ensure that access to and occupancy or use of public ways advances the state policies
specified in sections 4927.02 , 4928.02 , and 4929.02 of the Revised Code ; (5) Recognize the authority of a municipal corporation to manage access to and the occupancy
or use of public ways to the extent necessary with regard to matters of local concern,
and to receive cost recovery for the occupancy or use of public ways in accordance
with law; (6) Ensure in accordance with law the recovery by a public utility of public way fees
and related costs; (7) Promote coordination and standardization of municipal management of the occupancy
or use of public ways, to enable efficient placement and operation of structures,
appurtenances, or facilities necessary for the delivery of public utility or cable
services; (8) Encourage agreement among parties regarding public way fees and regarding terms and
conditions pertaining to access to and the occupancy or use of public ways, and to
facilitate the resolution of disputes regarding public way fees; (9) Protect the integrity of the residential and historic locations and ensure that access
to and occupancy or use of public ways in such districts is technologically and aesthetically
appropriate. (B) This policy establishes fair terms and conditions for the use of public ways and
does not unduly burden persons occupying or using public ways or persons that benefit
from the services provided by such occupants or users.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 4939.02
What does Ohio Revised Code § 4939.02 cover?
Section 4939.02 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 § 4939.02?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 4939.02" (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?
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How does Ohio § 4939.02 apply to my situation?
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