Eminent domain is a legal concept that allows the government to acquire private property for public use. This power is in the Fifth Amendment of the United States Constitution, which states that governments shall not take private property for public use without just...
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Eminent Domain
Can I save my property after the declaration of eminent domain?
Eminent domain is a legal process through which the government can acquire private property for public use. While the use of this process can benefit communities as a whole, it may also come as an unpleasant surprise to individual property owners. The power of eminent...
What are the appraisal requirements for eminent domain?
Eminent domain involves the government's authority to acquire private property for public use. When this occurs, property owners may not be able to stop the acquisition. However, they do have a right to fair compensation. Understanding the appraisal requirements in...
Six key factors to consider in eminent domain cases
Eminent domain, the government's power to take private property for public use, is happening more and more as the state of Minnesota funds new projects. While the government has the authority to take the property, the property owner can negotiate to determine the...