Pennsylvania § 13601 - Public buildings generally.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 13601 — Public buildings generally., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13601. Public buildings generally.
(a) Authority of city.--With regard to a public building, a city may, by ordinance, do any of the following:
(1) erect, purchase, establish or maintain the public buildings; or
(2) purchase, take, use, occupy or acquire, by any lawful means, including eminent domain, private land, buildings and property in order to erect, establish or maintain a public building.
(b) Included structures.--For purposes of this chapter, a public building includes not only a building or structure that council deems necessary for the use of the city, but also another building and structure to be used for a public purpose, including a public auditorium, public library, public memorial building and monument.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 13601
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 13601 cover?
Section 13601 ("Public buildings generally.") 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 § 13601?
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Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
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How does Pennsylvania § 13601 apply to my situation?
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