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Chapter 8.24 RCW

PRIVATE WAYS OF NECESSITY

Sections

HTMLPDF 8.24.010Condemnation authorizedPrivate way of necessity defined.
HTMLPDF 8.24.015Joinder of surrounding property owners authorized.
HTMLPDF 8.24.025Selection of routeCriteria.
HTMLPDF 8.24.030Procedure for condemnationFees and costs.
HTMLPDF 8.24.040Logging road must carry products of condemnees.

NOTES:

Additional provisions relating to eminent domain proceedings: Chapter 8.25 RCW.
Adjudication of public use or private way of necessity: RCW 8.20.070.
Appointment of guardian ad litem for minors, incapacitated persons: RCW 8.25.270.