California · Streets and Highways Code - SHC

SHC §104.2: If property is provided through donation or at less than fair market value to the department for state highway purposes, or purchased with funds provided by a local agency, the donor or seller may res

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Property donors or sellers to the state highway department may have certain rights regarding property given as donations or sold below fair market value.

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If property is provided through donation or at less than fair market value to the department for state highway purposes, or purchased with funds provided by a local agency, the donor or seller may reserve the right to develop the property, but any development of the property shall be subject to the approval of the department and any reservations, restrictions, or conditions that it determines necessary for highway safety.

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