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• Remedies under Law - The primary legal remedies for issues related to high tension lines over houses include (i) Section 16(3) of the Electricity Act, which allows for determining the sufficiency of compensation, (ii) Section 17(1) to require respondents to remove or alter the line or post, and (iii) Section 17(2) to seek orders from the District Magistrate for removal ["Vumma Venkata Ramana Reddy vs The Assistant Engineer - Andhra Pradesh"].

• Procedural Compliance - Courts have emphasized that if the authorities intend to lay or modify high tension lines, they must follow due legal procedures under the Electricity Act, including proper clearance, environmental considerations, and compensation payments if applicable ["Kalidindi Chitti Linga Raju vs The State of Andhra Pradesh - Andhra Pradesh"].

• Relocation and Alteration - When high tension lines are improperly placed or pose danger, courts have directed authorities to alter or relocate the lines to ensure safety, especially if lines are drawn close to residential buildings or without adherence to safety standards ["Vumma Venkata Ramana Reddy vs The Assistant Engineer - Andhra Pradesh"], ["G.Sengamuthu vs The District Collector - Madras"].

• Compensation and Height Adjustment - In cases where lines pass through or over property, affected landowners can seek appropriate compensation or request the elevation of lines to prevent hazards, but authorities may argue that existing lines are longstanding and cannot be modified easily ["SRI.SULAPANI vs THE STATE OF KARNATAKA - Karnataka"], ["Chellavelu vs The Superintendent Engineer - Madras"].

• Environmental and Safety Concerns - Gram Panchayat resolutions and environmental considerations have been taken into account, with courts sometimes advising diversion of lines through outskirts or non-residential areas to minimize impact ["Vumma Venkata Ramana Reddy vs The Assistant Engineer - Andhra Pradesh"].

• Legal Disputes and Disputes Resolution - Disputes often arise regarding the proximity of lines to buildings, safety, or compensation. Courts have generally directed authorities to follow lawful procedures and have sometimes dismissed petitions if procedures were not followed, while affirming the petitioner’s right to seek appropriate remedies ["Kalidindi Chitti Linga Raju vs The State of Andhra Pradesh - Andhra Pradesh"], ["S.JEYASEELAN vs THE SECRETARY TO GOVERNMENT - Madras"].

Analysis and Conclusion:The primary remedy for a house under a high tension line is to ensure compliance with legal procedures for laying, altering, or removing the line, including proper clearance, environmental safety, and compensation. When safety concerns or improper placement are evident, courts have ordered authorities to relocate or modify lines or to pay compensation. Petitioners can invoke remedies under Sections 16 and 17 of the Electricity Act or seek orders from the District Magistrate. Overall, the solution involves legal adherence, safety standards, and, if necessary, compensation or rerouting of high tension lines to prevent hazards.