Sec. 8504.109. EMINENT DOMAIN. (a) The authority may exercise the power of eminent domain inside or outside the authority to acquire the fee simple title to, or an easement or right-of-way over or through, any private or public land, water, or land under water that is necessary or convenient for carrying out any purpose or power conferred on the authority by this chapter.
(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 with reference to condemnation, appeal, and payment must conform to Chapter 21, Property Code.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 112 (S.B. 1026), Sec. 1.04, eff. April 1, 2015.
Structure Texas Statutes
Special District Local Laws Code
Title 6 - Water and Wastewater
Subtitle G - River Authorities
Chapter 8504 - Lower Neches Valley Authority
Subchapter C. Powers and Duties
Section 8504.101. Powers Under Constitution and Other Law
Section 8504.102. Powers to Accomplish Purposes for Which Created
Section 8504.103. General Powers Relating to Works and Water
Section 8504.104. Additional Powers Relating to Particular Purposes; Not a Limitation
Section 8504.105. Powers Relating to Purchase or Construction of Works or Acquisition of Property
Section 8504.106. Additional Powers Relating to Acquisition or Operation of Property
Section 8504.107. Powers Relating to Contract, Lease, Agreement, or Conveyance
Section 8504.108. Powers Relating to Recreational Facilities