Texas § LG.552.102 - EMINENT DOMAIN BY MUNICIPAL SEWER PROVIDERS
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § LG.552.102 — EMINENT DOMAIN BY MUNICIPAL SEWER PROVIDERS, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ LG.552.102. EMINENT DOMAIN BY MUNICIPAL SEWER PROVIDERS
EMINENT DOMAIN BY MUNICIPAL SEWER PROVIDERS. (a) A corporation incorporated in this state for the purpose of owning, constructing, or maintaining a sewer system in a municipality may by eminent domain condemn private property to: (1) construct and maintain sewer pipes, mains and laterals, and connections; and (2) maintain vats, filtration pipes, and other pipes for the final disposition of sewage. (b) A corporation may exercise a power described by Subsection (a) only if: (1) the use of private property is necessary for the successful operation of the sewer system; and (2) the sewer system is beneficial to the public use, health, or convenience. (c) The power of eminent domain may not be used under this section in the boundaries of a municipality unless permitted or required by the municipality granting a franchise to the corporation seeking the right of condemnation. Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 166, Sec. 3, eff. Sept. 1, 1997. Renumbered from Local Government Code, Section 402.102 by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 885 (H.B. 2278 ), Sec. 3.76(a)(2), eff. April 1, 2009.
Source: official Texas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § LG.552.102
What does The Texas Constitution § LG.552.102 cover?
Section LG.552.102 ("EMINENT DOMAIN BY MUNICIPAL SEWER PROVIDERS") is part of the The Texas Constitution, the codified statutory law of Texas. 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 Texas § LG.552.102?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § LG.552.102" (Texas). 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 Texas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Texas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Texas attorney.
How does Texas § LG.552.102 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Texas can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Texas.