Land Use & Zoning
A 'taking' under eminent domain requires the government to provide:
AA. A voluntary agreement with the property owner
BB. Just compensation to the property owner✓ Correct
CC. Alternative land of equal value
DD. The property owner's consent
Explanation
The Fifth Amendment requires 'just compensation' (fair market value) when the government takes private property for public use through eminent domain. Owner consent is not required, but fair payment is mandated.
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