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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(1) Upon completion of the conversion of the overhead electric or communication facilities on public lands and right-of-way to underground, the public utility shall file a verified statement of the costs of the conversion with the governing body.
(2) The governing body shall mail to each landowner and purchaser of property under contract for deed a notice stating that:
(a) service from the underground facilities is available;
(b) the landowner has 60 days after the date of the mailing of the notice to convert all overhead electric or communication facilities providing service to any structure or improvement located on the landowner's lot or parcel to underground service facilities; and
(c) after the 60-day period following the date of the mailing of the notice, the governing body will order the public utility to disconnect and remove all overhead electric and communication facilities providing service to any structure or improvement within the area.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Montana Title 69. Public Utilities and Carriers § 69-4-353. Conversion of facilities on public property--notice to landowners - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/mt/title-69-public-utilities-and-carriers/mt-st-69-4-353/
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