7-3-4369. Appropriation of property for public or municipal purposes. Property within the corporate limits of the municipality may be appropriated for any public or municipal purpose, and to the full extent of the authority granted by the constitution of the state, such appropriation shall be made as herein provided. By such appropriation, the municipality may acquire a fee simple title or any less estate, easement, or use. Appropriations of property outside of the corporate limits of the municipality shall be made according to the requirements of and as provided by general law.

     History: En. Sec. 97, Ch. 152, L. 1917; re-en. Sec. 5495, R.C.M. 1921; re-en. Sec. 5495, R.C.M. 1935; R.C.M. 1947, 11-3311.