Burger King prevails in North Kansas City eminent domain case
“North Kansas City has lost an appeal over its attempt to condemn a Burger King in what it contends is in a blighted area. The fast-food restaurant is the only property the city doesn’t control…
Colorado Springs Urban Renewal Authority falls short again on Nevada Avenue bond payment
“The Colorado Springs Urban Renewal Authority fell short last month on a bond payment for its North Nevada Avenue redevelopment project, but the financial stumble and an earlier default aren’t stopping the corridor’s makeover, urban…
Mall cases highlight process of eminent domain
“Use of eminent domain is almost always contentious and can be very complex. A pair of high-profile local events in which this condemnation power has been used or threatened – in Longmont for the redevelopment…
Philadelphia artist battling eminent domain decision
“In powerful simplicity, the mural painted on the exterior of James Dupree’s art studio tells the story of the battle between the renowned artist and the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority. Seemingly creeping out of the wall,…
Golden Urban Renewal looking to future
“The Golden Urban Renewal Authority won an Urban Land Institute 2013 Impact Award for its successful 24-year effort to revitalize downtown Golden. GURA was presented with the award Dec. 12 at the ULI Colorado-Denver district’s…
Artist fights to save studio from city
“From world-class museums to iconic murals, Philadelphia is a city well-known for its love of art. It’s a shame the city won’t extend that respect to my art studio. Instead, City Council is abusing the…
Upcoming legislative session could complicate Steamboat’s plans to fund downtown revitalization
“The fast-approaching 2014 legistlative session in Colorado could complicate Steamboat Springs’ desire to use tax increment financing to revitalize parts of downtown. #For several years, cities around the state including Steamboat have used tax increment…
Scottsbluff board OKs use of eminent domain
“The Western Nebraska Community College board has decided to let the college administration use eminent domain to acquire two acres of land adjacent to the Scottsbluff campus. Knapper says the college has been unsuccessful in…
AVOIDING EMINENT DOMAIN MEANS FINDING A SUITABLE COMPROMISE
“Quite frankly, I support this. Old Town’s appeal is not simply its our rich history, but also the architecture and aesthetics that bring this history to life. So what does this have to do with…
City for Champions foes support city-subsidized retail
“As Colorado Springs celebrates an economic jump-start thanks to the state agreeing to rebate taxes, City for Champions foes rail against the decision with moral indignation about government playing a role in economic development. Yet…