County authorizes eminent domain for Chester property
“Delaware County Council approved a resolution Wednesday authorizing the use of eminent domain to acquire a slope easement across the property located at 17 W. Seventh St. in Chester for the purpose of replacement of Delaware County Bridge No. 186 and payment of just compensation in the amount of $2,100.
County Executive Director Marianne Grace said the county always attempts to work with owner to reach an amicable agreement before the use of eminent domain. County Solicitor Michael Maddren noticed it’s a “very, very small easement of about 500 square feet.””
DelCo TImes 19 May 2013.