Ohio § 6131.11
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 6131.11, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6131.11.
(A) If the board of county commissioners finds at the conclusion of the first hearing
for a proposed improvement that a proposed improvement is not necessary, will not
be conducive to the public welfare, or that the estimated cost of the proposed improvement
will exceed the benefits to be derived if it is constructed, the board shall dismiss
the petition for the proposed improvement and enter its findings upon its journal. (B) Any owner who is affected by the order of dismissal may appeal to the court of common
pleas of the county in which the petition was filed, as provided in sections 6131.12 to 6131.64 of the Revised Code . If no appeal is filed within thirty days pursuant to section 6131.25 of the Revised Code , the bond shall cover all the costs incurred in the proceedings. Any remaining funds from the bond shall be returned to the petitioner. (C) An order issued by the board under this section is effective on the day of the hearing
at which the board issued it.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 6131.11
What does Ohio Revised Code § 6131.11 cover?
Section 6131.11 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 § 6131.11?
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