Erection of Lines; Rights-Of-Way; Eminent Domain, Etc This is the 2026 edition of the code. This is the current edition. It was last updated Aug 02, 2026. Browse all editions.
This is Article 1 of the Code of Virginia, titled “Erection of Lines; Rights-Of-Way; Eminent Domain, Etc.” It is part of Chapter 15 “Telegraph and Telephone Companies”, which is part of Title 56 “Public Service Companies”. It contains 16 laws.
It’s comprised of the following 16 sections.
§ 56-458 Right to erect lines parallel to railroads; occupation of roads, streets, etc.; location of same
§ 56-458.1 Relocation of lines or works of certain public utilities acquired by Commonwealth Transportation Board
§ 56-459 Removal of old line not required by this chapter
§ 56-460 How consent of appropriate authorities obtained; terms of use
§ 56-461 Cost to Commonwealth in connection with construction of line to be paid by company
§ 56-462 Franchise to occupy parks, streets, etc.; imposition of terms, conditions, etc., as to use of streets, etc., and construction thereon
§ 56-463 Company may contract for right-of-way, etc
§ 56-464 Right of eminent domain
§ 56-465 Preceding sections subject to repeal or change at pleasure
§ 56-466 Location of posts, poles, cables and conduits; height of wires, etc
§ 56-466.1 Pole attachments; cable television systems and telecommunications service providers
§ 56-466.2 Undergrounding existing overhead distribution lines; relocation of facilities of cable operator
§ 56-467 Restoring condition of ground
§ 56-468 Endangering life or limb by stringing wires across other works
§ 56-468.1 (Contingent expiration -- see Editor's note) Public Rights-of-Way Use Fee
§ 56-468.2 Reimbursement for relocation costs