Ohio § 5523.03
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 5523.03, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5523.03.
The director of transportation, in a grade crossing elimination, shall proceed by
issuing a finding and order, setting out a full written description of the existing
grade crossing that is proposed to be abolished, showing its location, the reasons
that tend to make its elimination necessary, the names of the companies owning, operating,
controlling, or managing such railroads or interurban railways, the manner in which
it is contemplated the proposed improvement should be accomplished, and the proposed
relocation of the highway or extension if any relocation is to be made. In this finding and order the director shall fix a time and place for the holding
of a hearing as to the necessity and expediency of the proposed improvement, and shall
serve a copy of the finding and order on such companies at least thirty days prior
to the time fixed for hearing. The director may adjourn the hearing as the director sees fit. Service shall be made by the sheriff of the county within which the crossing involved
is located, in the same manner as is provided for the service of summons in civil
actions, or by registered mail as determined by the director. If, when the hearing is held, the director is of the opinion that the proposed improvement
is or is not reasonably necessary and expedient, the director shall so find and order
and issue such a finding and order. A finding and order that the proposed improvement is not reasonably necessary and
expedient shall not prevent a future hearing for the same purpose, involving the same
crossing.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 5523.03
What does Ohio Revised Code § 5523.03 cover?
Section 5523.03 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 § 5523.03?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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How does Ohio § 5523.03 apply to my situation?
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