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2011 Code of Virginia
Title 21 DRAINAGE, SOIL CONSERVATION, SANITATION AND PUBLIC FACILITIES DISTRICTS.
Chapter 6 Drainage Projects (21-292 thru 21-426)
21-293 Drainage considered essential
VA Code § 21-293 (2001 through Reg Session) What's This?
21-293. Drainage considered essential.
It is hereby declared that the drainage of the surface water from wet agricultural lands is essential for the successful cultivation of such lands and the prosperity of the community, and the reclamation of overflowed swamps and tidal marshes shall be considered a public benefit and conducive to the public health, convenience, utility and welfare.
(Code 1919, 1737; 1926, p. 604.)
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