Government Code section 51097

Nothing in this chapter shall be deemed to prevent or restrict the right or power of any county or city to acquire by purchase, gift, grant, bequest, devise, lease or otherwise any right or interest in real property for the purpose of preserving open space or for any other purpose under any other provisions of law.

Source: Section 51097, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=GOV§ionNum=51097. (updated Jan. 1, 1974; accessed Jun. 30, 2025).

51095
51096
51097

Up to date

Verified:
Jun. 30, 2025

§ 51097's source at ca.gov

Stay Connected

Join thousands of people who receive monthly site updates.

Get Legal Help

The State Bar of California runs a service for finding an attorney in good standing. Initial consultations are usually free or discounted: Certified Lawyer Referral Services Directory

Committed to Public Service

We will always provide free access to the current law. In addition, we provide special support for non-profit, educational, and government users. Through social entrepreneurship, we’re lowering the cost of legal services and increasing citizen access.

Navigate

California:	Codes
Colorado:	C.R.S.
Nevada:	NRS
New York:	Laws
Oregon:	OAR, ORS
Texas:	Statutes
World:	Rome Statute, International Dictionary

Location: https://california.public.law/codes/government_code_section_51097

Original Source: Section 51097, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=GOV§ionNum=51097. (last accessed May 12, 2025).