Land Use & Zoning
Inverse condemnation occurs when:
AThe government formally acquires property through eminent domain
BGovernment action effectively damages or takes property without formal condemnation proceedings, and the owner sues for compensation✓ Correct
CA private developer takes neighboring property without consent
DA property tax lien forces a sale
Explanation
Inverse condemnation is a legal action by a property owner against the government to obtain just compensation when government action (e.g., construction of a drainage ditch, airport noise) damages or effectively takes the property without formal condemnation.
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