27:19-30.Ā  Total cost;Ā  what to include
For all purposes of financing, the total cost of any improvement authorizedĀ  by this article may include every item of expense in connection with theĀ  project, and among other items shall also include the cost of constructing orĀ  purchasing the superstructure, roadway and substructure of any bridge, theĀ  approaches and avenues or rights of way of access thereto and necessary realĀ  estate in connection therewith, toll houses and equipment thereof and of theĀ  bridge, franchises, easements, rights or damages incident to or consequent uponĀ  the complete project, expenses preliminary to construction, includingĀ  investigation and expenses incident thereto, and prior to purchase or prior toĀ  and during construction the proper traffic estimates, interest upon bonds andĀ  all such other expenses as after the beginning of operation would be chargeableĀ  as cost of operation, maintenance and repairs.
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