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RA 8997 Section 7

RA 8997 Section 7

Eminent Domain.

Section 7

SEC. 7. Eminent Domain. - The grantee may acquire such private property or portion thereof as is actually necessary for the realization of the purposes for which this franchise is granted: Provided, That in case the owner refuses to sell or allow the use thereof, the proper proceedings shall be instituted by the grantee, posting therefor a bond as may be fixed and approved by the regional trial court of the city or province where the land is situated. The court shall issue an order allowing such right pending the final determination of the proper amount that shall be paid by the grantee to the landowner or legal occupant.

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CitationRA 8997 Section 7 (LawPlayer, data as of July 4, 2026)

Source: Supreme Court E-Library, Republic of the Philippines. Philippine laws are public documents (works of the government).

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