Pennsylvania § 12955 - Acquisition of unobstructed views.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 12955 — Acquisition of unobstructed views., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12955. Acquisition of unobstructed views.
Any city may acquire, by purchase or by the right of eminent domain, a free and unobstructed view down and across lands located at or near intersections or curves of streets, railroads or railways to assure a free and unobstructed view in all directions at the intersections or curves and to prevent the use of the lands over and across which the view was acquired for any purpose or in any manner which may interfere with or obstruct the vision of any person traveling upon any street within the city.
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 12955
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 12955 cover?
Section 12955 ("Acquisition of unobstructed views.") 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 § 12955?
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Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
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How does Pennsylvania § 12955 apply to my situation?
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