California Government Code CHAPTER 12 - Purchase of Interests and Rights in Real Property

• Section 6950.
  It is the intent of the Legislature in enacting this chapter to provide a means whereby any county or city may acquire, by purchase, gift,...
• Section 6951.
  The Legislature finds that the rapid growth and spread of urban development is encroaching upon, or eliminating, many open areas and spaces of varied size...
• Section 6952.
  The Legislature hereby declares that it is necessary for sound and proper urban and metropolitan development, and in the public interest of the people of...
• Section 6953.
  The Legislature further declares that the acquisition of interests or rights in real property for the preservation of open spaces and areas constitutes a public...
• Section 6954.
  For the purposes of this chapter an “open space” or “open area” is any space or area characterized by (1) great natural scenic beauty or...

Last modified: October 22, 2018