Ohio § 729.52
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 729.52, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 729.52.
The funds received from the collection of sewer rentals under section 729.49 of the Revised Code shall be deposited weekly with the treasurer of the municipal corporation. Money so deposited shall be kept as a separate and distinct fund and shall be known
as the sewer fund. When appropriated by the legislative authority of the municipal corporation, the
fund shall be subject to the order of the director of public service of a city or
of the board of trustees of public affairs of a village. The director or board shall sign all orders drawn on the treasurer of the municipal
corporation against such fund, which fund shall be used for the payment of the cost
of the management, maintenance, operation, and repair of the sewerage system and sewage
pumping, treatment, and disposal works. Any surplus in such fund may be used for the enlargement or replacement of the system
and works, for construction and reconstruction of main and interceptor storm sewers,
for the payment of the interest on any debt incurred for the construction thereof,
and for the creation of a sinking fund for the payment of such debt, but shall not
be used for the extension of a sewerage system to serve unsewered areas or for any
other purpose; provided, where such municipal corporation does not operate or maintain
a sewage pumping, treatment, and disposal works, any or all of such surplus may be
transferred to the general fund of the municipal corporation in the manner provided
in sections 5705.15 and 5705.16 of the Revised Code .
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 729.52
What does Ohio Revised Code § 729.52 cover?
Section 729.52 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 § 729.52?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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How does Ohio § 729.52 apply to my situation?
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