Five Points redevelopment plan approved
“The plan, which was created with the input of residents, includes proposals for shops, restaurants, a new grocery store and a community plaza, among other things. The proposal also includes plans to widen Welton Street…
New highway threatens to displace Durham property owners
“The nearly $200 million project will have eight lanes to connect N.C. Highway 147 and U.S. Highway 70. The connector and related widening will tie in Interstate 85 from the north to Interstate 40 and…
Vote Yes!
Question One on the ballot is the Eminent Domain Amendment. This amendment is about putting an affirmative definition around what constitutes a taking of private property under eminent domain. Webert, Michael. Fairfax Times 21 September…
Union Square Gym Members Rally Against Theoretical Eminent Domain Taking
Members of CrossFit Somerville, a gym in Union Square, came out in force Wednesday night to tell members of the Somerville Board of Aldermen they don’t want their gym taken by eminent domain. Orchard, Chris….
Freeport council OKs use of eminent domain to take land near new Downeaster train platform
The town is now authorized to use eminent domain to create an easement to its new passenger rail station. With negotiations for acquisition of the small strip of property continuing, whether the town will actually use…
Ball State use of eminent domain spotlights rare but potent tool of state universities
Earlier this month, Ball State University’s board of trustees authorized the use of eminent domain – the power of the state to seize private property without the owner’s consent so long as the owner is…
Is Eminent Domain Imminent?
Legally, though, it is virtually impossible to stop an eminent domain taking that results from any transportation project. An owner’s only remedy is to ensure that full payment is received for the property taken (direct…
Eminent domain ballot issue flies under radar in Virginia
When voters go to the polls on Nov. 6, they will decide whether to insert language into the state constitution that bars localities from obtaining private property for economic development purposes. WashingtonExaminer.com 19 September 2012.
New Canaan Parking Commission decides against eminent domain
“I don’t think we start in eminent domain,” commission member Richard Franco said. “I think we start with overtures to businesses. `Are you interested in selling parking spaces?’ “ Woods, Tyler. New Canaan New 19…
City to demolish Holland’s South Street home
“The property at 58 South St. has been vacant since Holland’s arrest. It has been vandalized and has deteriorated over time, according to city officials. “This is long overdue,” said Ward 5 Councilor Bob Mills,…