Ohio § 723.40
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 723.40, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 723.40.
No grant for the construction of a street railway under section 723.38 of the Revised Code shall be made, except to the corporation or individual that agrees to carry passengers
upon such proposed railway at the lowest rates of fare, and has previously obtained
the written consent of a majority of the property holders upon each street or part
thereof, on the line of the proposed railway, as represented by the foot frontage
of the property abutting on the several streets along which such railway is proposed
to be constructed. When, within the year preceding, a street railway has been operated upon such street
or part thereof under a grant or renewal of a grant which has expired or will expire
within two years, it shall not be necessary to obtain the consent of the property
holders abutting thereon if the number of tracks on the street, public way, or part
thereof, is not increased beyond the number for which consent was originally obtained.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 723.40
What does Ohio Revised Code § 723.40 cover?
Section 723.40 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 § 723.40?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 723.40" (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 § 723.40 apply to my situation?
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