70.121.060 - State authority to acquire property for surveillance sites.

State authority to acquire property for surveillance sites.

In order to provide for the proper care and surveillance of sites under RCW 70.121.050, the state may acquire by gift or transfer from any government agency, corporation, partnership, or person, all lands, buildings, and grounds necessary to fulfill the purposes of this chapter. Any such gift or transfer shall be subject to approval by the department. In exercising the authority of this section, the department shall take into consideration the status of the ownership of the land and interests therein and the ability of the licensee to transfer title and custody thereof to the state.

[1979 ex.s. c 110 § 6.]

Notes: Effective date -- 1979 ex.s. c 110: See note following RCW 70.121.010.