§ 5-31-410 Purchase of lands for public works within corporate limits
§ 5-31-420 Condemnation upon refusal to sell land desired
§ 5-31-430 Powers of municipalities with respect to acquisition of property and operation of water and electric works
§ 5-31-440 Condemnation of land for waterworks and to protect watersheds
§ 5-31-450 Drains for surface water
§ 5-31-460 Condemnation for use of another corporation
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Terms Used In South Carolina Code > Title 5 > Chapter 31 > Article 5 - Acquisition and Condemnation of Lands

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