Vesting of title and right of possession.
G.S. 40A-83
in effect§ 40A-83. Vesting of title and right of possession.
Notwithstanding the provisions of G.S. 40A-42 or G.S. 136-104, title and right to immediate possession of property subject to this Article shall not vest in a condemnor any earlier than any of the following:
(1) The failure of the easement holder to file an answer within the 30-day time period established by G.S. 40A-82(a).
(2) Determination by the court that no prudent or feasible alternative exists to condemnation of the property pursuant to G.S. 40A-82(b).
(3) Filing of the complaint and deposit in actions meeting all of the requirements of G.S. 40A-82(c). (2009-439, s. 1.)
Source: North Carolina General Assembly (ncleg.gov)URL: https://www.ncleg.gov/EnactedLegislation/Statutes/HTML/BySection/Chapter_40A/GS_40A-83.htmlFetched: 10/19/2026
