Text of the provision
Art. 643. One desiring to make use of the right granted in the preceding article is obliged:
(1) To prove that he can dispose of the water and that it is sufficient for the use for which it is intended;
(2) To show that the proposed right of way is the most convenient and the least onerous to third persons;
(3) To indemnify the owner of the servient estate in the manner determined by the laws and regulations.
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Civil Code of the Philippines, Republic Act No. 386, approved June 18, 1949, effective August 30, 1950. Reproduced in full; verified verbatim against the LawPhil and ChanRobles official-text renderings.
What this article means
One seeking this right must prove he can dispose of the water and that it is sufficient; show that the proposed course is the most convenient and least onerous to third persons; and indemnify the servient owner.
Related provisions
- Article 642 — The Right to Make Water Flow Through Others' Land.
- Article 644 — Where the Aqueduct Cannot Be Imposed.
Cases interpreting this article
- Authorities on this article will be added here as each is verified against primary sources.