Texas § SD.8501.164 - RIGHT OF EMINENT DOMAIN
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§ SD.8501.164. RIGHT OF EMINENT DOMAIN
RIGHT OF EMINENT DOMAIN. (a) The authority may exercise the power of eminent domain to acquire fee simple title to, or an easement over or through, any land, water, or land under water that is necessary or convenient for carrying out any purpose or power given to the authority by this chapter. The power applies to private or public property inside or outside the authority. (b) A condemnation proceeding is under the direction of the board and must be in the name of the authority. (c) The assessment of damages and all procedures related to condemnation, appeal, and payment must conform to Chapter 21 , Property Code. Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1277, Sec. 1, eff. April 1, 2005.
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