48:3-17.9 - Definitions - New Jersey Statutes

48:3-17.9.  Definitions
    As used herein:

    (a)  "Public utility"  means any public utility defined in 48:2-13;

     (b)  "Right-of-way"  means the area devoted to passing over, on, through or  under lands with utility plant facilities as part of a way for such purpose;

     (c)  "Easement"  means privileges essential or appurtenant to the enjoyment  of a right-of-way;  and

     (d)  "Emergency"  means any time a public utility service is interrupted or  in immediate danger of being interrupted by the elements or by any other cause  or when the condition of the equipment of the public utility is in need of  immediate repair to prevent injury to persons, or damage to property.

     L.1969, c. 182, s. 1.