Oregon Code § 757.890·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Eminent domain.
(1) Oregon Community Power may exercise the power of eminent domain for the
purpose of acquiring any property, within or outside the service territory of
Oregon Community Power, necessary for carrying out the electric utility
operations of Oregon Community Power. Oregon Community Power may use the power
of eminent domain to acquire an incumbent utility pursuant to an agreement
under ORS 757.814 only as provided by ORS 757.852.
(2)
Notwithstanding subsection (1) of this section, eminent domain may not be used:
(a) To acquire
service territory of another electric utility; or
(b) To acquire
any property for a purpose that is unrelated to electric utility operations. [2007
c.807 §21]
Note:
See note under 757.812.
(Rates)
Plain English Explanation
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 757.890
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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