Pennsylvania § 5305 - Title acquired.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5305 — Title acquired., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5305. Title acquired.
Except as otherwise provided by law, if land or other real or personal property is acquired by a township in eminent domain proceedings, other than for street or highway or easement purposes, or is acquired by gift, purchase or otherwise, the title obtained by the township shall be in fee simple absolute or like absolute ownership unless the parties agree otherwise in writing and the agreement expressly appears in a recorded deed affecting real property acquired by the township or in the notice of condemnation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 5305
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5305 cover?
Section 5305 ("Title acquired.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania § 5305?
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Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
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How does Pennsylvania § 5305 apply to my situation?
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