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,…
RI governor, house speaker explore seizing site of 2003 nightclub fire by eminent domain
Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chafee and House Speaker Gordon Fox said Tuesday they are looking into whether the state can seize by eminent domain the site of a 2003 nightclub fire where 100 people were…
High court wades in on water utility
For the second time, the Indiana Supreme Court next week will hear arguments on a legal issue surrounding the city’s 2002 eminent domain takeover of the Aqua Indiana northern utility. Fort Wayne.com 18 September 2012.
“Blight” condemnation “could erase history” in Denver
“Under Colorado state law, the definition of blight is extremely broad. Homes and businesses can be labeled “blighted” because they are deemed an “economic or social liability”—an extremely vague criteria left wide open to subjective…
Eminent Domain Issue Targeted by Rep. Campbell’s Newly Introduced House Act
California Rep. John Campbell (R-CA) has announced the introduction of the Defending American Taxpayers from Abusive Government Takings Act, filed in the U.S. House of Representatives. Mortgage Professional 17 September 2012.