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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
1. All poles from which wires are suspended for electric power, light or heating purposes within the boundaries of unincorporated towns or cities and over public highways shall be subject to such rules and regulations in constructing and maintaining the same as may be prescribed by the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada.
2. The persons or corporations operating such electric light, heat or power lines shall provide a competent electrician, at the expense of such persons or corporations, to cut, repair and replace wires in all cases where such cutting, repairing or replacing is made necessary by the removal of buildings or other property through the public streets or highways.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Nevada Revised Statutes Title 58. Energy; Public Utilities and Similar Entities § 709.240. Poles and wires subject to regulation by Public Utilities Commission of Nevada; repair of wires - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nv/title-58-energy-public-utilities-and-similar-entities/nv-rev-st-709-240/
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