Washington § 85.24.263 - Eminent domain — Rights-of-way.

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§ 85.24.263. Eminent domain — Rights-of-way.

In the construction and maintenance of the improvements herein provided for, the said district may acquire by purchase or otherwise, and by the exercise of the right of eminent domain, any right-of-way through, over and across any property situated without said district which may be necessary or proper to the completion of the system of improvements.
[ 1909 c 225 s 20; RRS s 4380. Formerly RCW 85.24.260, part.]

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