Ohio § 5519.05
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 5519.05, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5519.05.
The director of transportation, when he acquires property for highway purposes, either
by purchase or appropriation, shall promptly monument the right-of-way line of the
property acquired. The director, as soon as practicable in view of the availability of the funds and
forces of his department, shall definitely and accurately ascertain and monument the
roads and highways on the state highway system. At the discretion of the director, such monuments may be located in the center line
of the highway or improvement. The director, in making plans for any road improvement, shall cause such plans to
be so prepared as to provide for the preservation of all cornerstones and landmarks
set within the limits of the highway to be improved. All such cornerstones and landmarks shall be preserved or reset in their exact locations,
and where located within the improved surface of the highway, the plans for the improvement
shall be so drawn as to furnish adequate protection to such cornerstones and landmarks
and also to furnish, by suitable devices or otherwise, full opportunity for consulting
or referring to the same at any time, without destruction of or injury to the surface
of the road improvement.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 5519.05
What does Ohio Revised Code § 5519.05 cover?
Section 5519.05 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 § 5519.05?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 5519.05" (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 § 5519.05 apply to my situation?
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