Virginia § 2.2-2286 - Power to condemn
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 2.2-2286 — Power to condemn, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2.2-2286. Power to condemn
The Authority may condemn property in furtherance of its purposes; provided, that any such condemnation shall be approved by the governing body of the municipality having jurisdiction over the property so condemned. Any property condemned by the Authority shall not be sold or leased by the Authority unless the Authority, preceding the consummation of any such sale or lease, finds and determines that such sale or lease is in furtherance of, or incidental to, the main purposes of the Authority under this article or that such property is no longer needed in furtherance of, or incidental to, such purposes. Any exercise of the power to condemn as authorized by this section shall be in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 2 (§ 25.1-200 et seq.) of Title 25.1.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 2.2-2286
What does Code of Virginia § 2.2-2286 cover?
Section 2.2-2286 ("Power to condemn") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. 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 Virginia § 2.2-2286?
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Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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How does Virginia § 2.2-2286 apply to my situation?
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