City OKs eminent domain measure: Fireworks limits reaffirmed
“City Engineer Deirdre Castillo explained to the City Council that it agenda item 21, a resolution authorizing use of eminent domain to acquire private property needed public right-of-way and associated drainage for the South Valley…
Third time not the charm for legislation limiting eminent domain takings
“The third time was not a charm for legislation aimed at curtailing eminent domain powers in the state. But a form of it may surface again, according to the defeated bill’s sponsor. The Senate Local…
Idaho Eminent Domain Law May Get Revision
“Landowners dealing with eminent domain claims could soon be protected from the steep costs that can accompany those deals. The House Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee voted unanimously Tuesday to introduce a measure presented by…
Rancher’s eminent domain bill dies in Idaho Senate
“An Idaho rancher’s bill that sought to protect private property rights by limiting governments’ use of eminent domain is dead after a Senate committee voted 5-4 against it Feb. 5. Supporters say the bill was…
Idaho Committee introduces eminent domain bill
“Landowners in Idaho dealing with eminent domain claims could soon be protected from the steep costs that can accompany those deals. The House Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee voted unanimously Tuesday to introduce a measure…
Rancher’s bill would limit use of eminent domain in Idaho
“A bill designed to protect farmers and other landowners from government takings by limiting the use of eminent domain in Idaho has gained a foothold in the Idaho Senate. The Senate Local Government and Taxation…
Hearing set in Caldwell eminent domain case
“Pioneer contends the city is exceeding its municipal authority in seeking to condemn and take over Pioneer’s drains and water-delivery canals, water rights and reservoir storage and filed a motion to dismiss On Jan. 2….
Farm Bureau calls for Caldwell to drop eminent domain action
“The Canyon County Farm Bureau has voted unanimously to call on the City of Caldwell to drop its eminent domain lawsuit against Pioneer Irrigation District, officials with the group announced Saturday. Meanwhile, Caldwell argues winning…
City seeks takeover of irrigation canals
“A hearing will likely be set within 30 days on an effort by the City of Caldwell, Idaho, to take by eminent domain a portion of an irrigation district, the district’s lawyer says. Caldwell is…
Hearing to be set for eminent domain suit
“A hearing will likely be set within 30 days on an effort by the City of Caldwell, Idaho, to take by eminent domain a portion of an irrigation district, the district’s lawyer says. Caldwell is…