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§ 54-5-207. Authority of commissioner upon failure of municipality to enter into or abide by agreement concerning acquisition and use of lands for streets.

TN Code § 54-5-207 (2019) (N/A)
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(1) Lay out, locate and construct streets, controlled streets and access or connecting streets within the municipality to become a part of the interstate and national defense system of highways by designation of the commissioner;

(2) Designate lands already dedicated to the use of the traveling public as a part of the interstate and national defense highway system; and

(3)

(A) Acquire interests in lands occupied by publicly and privately owned utilities;

(B) Require the adjustment or relocation of the utility facilities;

(C) Enter into contracts relating to the utilities; and

(D) Maintain actions or suits in the courts when necessary so as to lay out, locate or construct streets designated as portions of the interstate and national defense system of highways.

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