Ordenanza No. 48 por la cual se declara una empresa de necesidad y utilidad pública

Abstract

The image contains news about Ordinance number 48 of 1894, issued by the Departmental Assembly of Cundinamarca. This ordinance seeks to liberalize and regulate the production and distribution of electrical energy in the department. It declares free the production and use of electricity for various purposes, such as industry and public services. It establishes that electric companies must obtain permits from the governor and obtain certain technical and safety requirements. In addition, it grants tax exemptions to these companies and forces them to supply energy at reduced prices to public institutions. The ordinance also regulates the installation of electrical infrastructure and establishes that the Central Hygiene Board of Bogotá will be in charge of establishing health regulations for electrical companies. News published in the Cundinamarca Gazette. No. 640. August 14, 1894, page 314.