South Carolina Statutes
§ 5-31-1370 — Grant of franchise.
South Carolina·Title 5 MUNICIPAL CORPORATIONS·Ch. 31 ELECTRICITY, WATER, NATURAL GAS AND SEWERAGE SYSTEMS
In connection with such sale such city or town council may grant to the purchaser an exclusive or nonexclusive franchise for furnishing electric current or water, or both, to such city or town and the inhabitants thereof. But no such exclusive franchise shall affect any existing contractual rights and no such exclusive franchise for furnishing water shall be for a period exceeding thirty years.
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Legislative History
HISTORY: 1962 Code SECTION 59-449; 1952 Code SECTION 59-449; 1942 Code SECTION 7277; 1932 Code SECTION 7277; 1927 (35) 176; 1930 (36) 1388; 1932 (37) 1128. ARTICLE 15 Extension of Water and Sewer Systems Editor's Note Certain limitations on the performance of municipal services outside of corporate limits are prescribed in Chapter 7 of this Title. Articles 15 through 19 of Chapter 31 should be construed with Chapter 7 to understand the applicable limitations.
Nearby Sections
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§ 5-31-1110
Interfering with or opening fire hydrants.§ 5-31-1120
Interfering with property or appurtenances.§ 5-31-1140
Unauthorized use of water.§ 5-31-1160
Tapping water main without permit.§ 5-31-1170
Violations.§ 5-31-1320
Security from proposed purchaser.§ 5-31-1330
Notice of election.§ 5-31-1350
Sale if majority favors.§ 5-31-1370
Grant of franchise.