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February 5, 2006
Yes, Towns Can Seize Land, but Aren't There Limits?
NY Times
At least 27 other state legislatures, including those in New York and New Jersey, are considering new restrictions on eminent domain, and more states are expected to follow, said Larry Morandi, director of the environment, energy and transportation program for the National Conference of State Legislatures in Denver.In Westchester, property owners from New Rochelle to Port Chester are fighting in the courts to stave off condemnations. The County Legislature is considering a bill that would prevent the county government from condemning private property for use by another private entity. The measure would also cut off county financing for municipal projects involving eminent domain that are intended to spark economic development. Some have welcomed those actions as much-needed checks on government power.
Posted by amy at February 5, 2006 12:26 PM