Where the consequence of a nuisance about to be erected or commenced will be irreparable damage and such consequence is not merely possible but to a reasonable degree certain, an injunction may be issued to restrain the nuisance before it is completed.
History. Orig. Code 1863, § 2944; Code 1868, § 2951; Code 1873, § 3002; Code 1882, § 3002; Civil Code 1895, § 3863; Civil Code 1910, § 4459; Code 1933, § 72-204; Ga. L. 1980, p. 620, § 4.
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For note discussing the abatement of nonconforming uses as nuisances, see 10 Ga. St. B.J. 302 (1973).
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Chapter 2 - Abatement of Nuisances Generally
§ 41-2-1. Authorization and Procedure for Abatement of Nuisances Generally
§ 41-2-2. Filing of Complaint to Abate Public Nuisance
§ 41-2-3. Filing of Petition to Abate Private Nuisance
§ 41-2-8. Definitions for Use in Code Sections 41-2-7 Through 41-2-17
§ 41-2-11. Powers of Public Officers in Regard to Unfit Buildings or Structures
§ 41-2-13. Injunctions Against Order to Repair, Close, or Demolish Unfit Buildings or Structures
§ 41-2-14. Taking of Unfit Buildings or Structures by Eminent Domain; Police Power